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A New, Easier Way to Register - Now Live!

Greeley Culture, Parks, and Recreation has launched a new online registration portal, making it easier than ever to sign up for all your favorite activities. Sign up for a recreation membership, book a facility or manage your scheduled programs. If you previously had a Greeley Recreation account, check your email to claim your new SmartRec by Amilia account.

Stop by the Family FunPlex Open House from 3 to 7 p.m. September 11-12 and our team can help you navigate the new system. Visit us today at https://bit.ly/CPRDStore

Greeley Recreation Center Unveils Modern Locker Rooms

The Greeley Recreation Center locker room renovations should wrap up next week, with the pool reopening on September 18. The project unveils new ADA accessible changing areas with day-use lockers, non-slip showers equipped with safety seats, and all-gender changing rooms. The fitness equipment has been reassembled back in the lower level, and the pool will host lap swim and water walking at 6 a.m. and open swim from
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Wednesday. Learn more. 

Fall Classes for Every Interest

Staying active is important for a healthy lifestyle. Try a new activity:

• Archery
  The Greeley Rec Center indoor range is operated by Greeley Archers. Come take a lesson and learn how to nail the target! Classes for ages 7-15. 
  October 7-28
  
  
• Babysitting Certification
  Front Range has the Ultimate Babysitting Course with certification. Find out all you need to know to be successful caring for young children.
  September 28
  October 14
  9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
  Ages 11-16
  
  
• Climbing
  Whether you are a beginner or experienced climber, you'll be challenged to reach to top of the wall at the Greeley Recreation Center
  • Youth Climbing classes
    October 1-21
    October 29 - November 21
    Ages 5-15
  • We Rock
    Bring the family for a fun activity. Ages 5+
    Fridays | 5-7 p.m.
    October 4
  • She Rocks
    It's girls' night at the wall!
    Fridays | 5-7 p.m.
    September 13
    October 11
• Swim Lessons
  It's important to continue your child's swimming skills. Lessons are offered at the Family FunPlex and the Greeley Recreation Center.
  September 14 - October 10
  October 12 - November 7
  
  
• Specialty Fitness Classes
  Dare to push your limits:
  
  • Youth Athletic Conditioning
    Improve your athlete's performance.
    September 9 - October 2
    
  • Survival of the HIITest 
    Take your workout to the next level. September 9-26
  • Line Dancing
    Come with a partner, friends, or by yourself and learn group dances.
    October 4-25
  • Jazzercise
    Incorporate dance cardio with strength training to sculpt and tone your muscles.
    Active Adult Center
    Monday/Wednesday/Friday
    Greeley Recreation Center
    Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday/Sunday

Fall Sports Opportunities

Adult Doubles Pickleball Tournament
Don't miss McDonald Toyota's annual competition. Sign up now!
Saturday, September 21 | 9 a.m.
Sherwood Park

Youth Sports Camps and Clinics

• Basketball
  October 1-22
  birth years 2013-2016
• Flag Football
  October 1-22
  birth years 2013-2019
• Inline Hockey
  September 23 - October 16
  Ages 9-14
• Pickleball
  September 23 - October 21
  Ages 7-14
• Skateboarding Leagues
  begin October 15
• Tennis
  September 16 - October 18
  Ages 4-18
• Volleyball
  September 17 - October 10
  birth years 2013-2017

Winter Session I Sports Options

There's another round of games to play this fall. Be sure to sign up to participate in:

Adult Sports
Indoor volleyball and Men's Basketball

• Early Bird Registration:
  September 16 - October 4
  Get a discount on team fees!
• General Registration:
  October 5-11

Youth Sports
Co-ed volleyball and boys/girls basketball

• Priority Registration:
  Through September 13
  (for volunteer coaches, full teams, or families signing up three or more athletes in the same household)
• General Registration:
  September 16 - October 6

Greeley Ice Haus Programs

Cool off this fall with Learn to Skate, hockey classes and leagues. Drop-ins available!

• Learn to Skate classes
  September 17 - October 26
• Intro to Adult Hockey & Cub Hockey
  Through September 15
  September 22 - October 27
• Hokey Leagues
  D-League
  October 6 - December 15
  C-League
  October 8 - December 17
  Over 35 League
  October 10 - December 19

Adaptive and Inclusive
Recreation (AIR) Activities

Sign up for an activity, recreation is for everyone!

• Game Night - Family Feud
  September 26 | 6-7 p.m.
  Age 12+
• Sports for All
  October 5-26
  Ages 3-10
• Game Night - Collaborative
  October 24 | 6-7 p.m.
  Age 12+
• Inclusive Halloween Dance
  October 28 | 6-8 p.m.
  Ages 12+

Greeley Recreation Center Entrance Path Construction

Crews will replace the pavers outside the downtown Greeley Recreation Center drive entrance September 17-18. The walkways will re-open to foot and wheel traffic on September 19. The drive entrance, which needs additional time to cure, will re-open to vehicle traffic on October 2.

During construction, please follow signage for walking detours and drop-off traffic control. A wheelchair accessible path onto the sidewalk will remain open during work.

Vote to Shape Greeley's Future

This November, Greeley residents can vote on four city ballot measures. These ballot measures explore initiatives like the food tax, a debt issuance, collective bargaining, and the delegation of financial operations in the city. Learn more before going to the polls.

Join Our Team!

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to be a part of our team. Positions are open until filled. View what positions we currently have available and apply today!

What's Greeley Like?

Understanding how our residents and visitors feel about Greeley can help us with our plans to support current (and potential) residents and visitors. We'd love to hear your feedback and insights and would be grateful if you could complete this 5-minute survey on your awareness and perceptions of Greeley as a place to live and visit. 

American Red Cross Courses 

Expand your horizons, become an American Red Cross certified lifeguard or swim instructor. Greeley Recreation offers courses throughout the year. See fall schedule:

• Lifeguard Training Course
  Become certified to work at the pool.
  Ages 15+
  October 12-14
  November 23-25
  December 20-22
• Water Safety Instructor
  Teach swim lessons to all ages.
  Ages 16+
  November 22-24
  Register by November 12

Exclusive Teen Night Outs

Celebrate the new school year and meet up with friends. Exclusively for teens in grades 5-9 (ages 10-16). Admission $3 with school ID, $4 without ID.

• Friday, September 13
  Play mini-golf, outdoor games, dodge ball, volleyball or NERF Wars. Bring your suit for the waterpark. Make a friendship bracelet as a keepsake.
  Family FunPlex, 1501 65th Ave.
• Friday, October 11
  Celebrate Halloween with us, wear your costume for a chance to win a prize! Enjoy refreshments, games, crafts, and more!
  Rodarte Community Center, 
  920 A. Street

Sponsored in part by Aims Community College – look for their booth at the events.

Active Adult Center News

Upcoming Events:

• Golden Gallery Art Show
  Opening Reception
  September 18 | 4-6 p.m.
  Explore the exhibit at LINC library and celebrate artists 50 and older.
• Member Trunk Sale
  September 21 | 2-4 p.m.
  Find incredible treasures and deals! Interested in hosting a booth? Call 970-350-9440 for details. 
• Monster Mash Halloween Dance
  October 30 | 4-6 p.m.
  Put on your most creative costume and take part in our lively costume contest, where you can showcase your Halloween spirit. A DJ will be playing all your favorite monster songs to get you in the groove. Grab some finger foods and enjoy your friends for a spooktacular time. 

Travel Excursions:

• Rome and the Country Roads of Tuscany Excursion
  March 25 - April 2, 2025
• Holland Windmills & Rhine River Castles Cruise
  October 12-21, 2025

For more information visit this page,
call 970-350-9426, or contact Bryant.Vickory@greeleygov.com 

Rodarte Boxing Club Presents 2024 Ring Warriors

October 26 | 2-11 p.m.
Cheer on the Rodarte Boxing Club participants and other local boxers as they compete in this annual boxing show competition. Admission: $15 adult/youth, children 8 years and under are free (with a paid adult). Sponsored in part by Danny Juarez Memorial Foundation.

Ghostly Gatherings 

Dress up for Halloween and visit our facilities for some happy haunting...come if you dare!

Glow Week
October 25-29
Get into the Halloween spirit by joining us for Glow Week. Various fitness classes will celebrate Halloween with glow-in-the-dark items, black lights, and Halloween-themed music.

Trick or Climb
October 25 | 4-7 p.m.
Reach the top of the climbing wall for some Halloween treats. Free! GreeleyRecCenter.com

A Haunted Night at the Family FunPlex October 25 | 5-8 p.m.
Bring your ghouls and goblins to trick-or-treat through the fieldhouse and miniature golf course (weather permitting). Create Halloween artwork in our coloring contest, devour refreshments at the witch’s tea party, make a craft, and come dressed for the costume contest from 6-7 p.m. Free! FamilyFunPlex.com

Cosmic Costume Skate
October 26 | 6:45-8:15 p.m.
Come in costume, ice skate with your friends, and attend the costume contest.
Admission: $10 (includes skate rental) 
GreeleyIceHaus.com

Zombie Zumba®
October 29 | 6-7 p.m.
Part of our fitness classes Glow Week!
Dress for Halloween and compete in a costume contest. Admission: drop-in fee or free with membership.
FamilyFunPlex.com

A Day of Adventure at Greeley's Newest Natural Area

October 5 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join us for a morning of adventure at Greeley's newest natural area:

• Listen to My Great Adventure with Nana, read by Armando Silva
• Enjoy a nature scavenger hunt
• Coffee cart and food truck
• Mobile library and more!

10611 CO-257 Spur - See details.

Greeley Farmers' Market

Enjoy the fall harvest by attending the Farmers' Market at their new location between 9th and 10th Avenue on 7th Street,  in Downtown Greeley. Open Saturdays through October 26; support local growers!

FunPlex Waterpark Closure

The Family FunPlex will be undergoing some renovations and will close December 2-8. Crews plan to install new fans in the pool area during this time, in addition to the replacement of the flooring on the walking track and in the fitness center. Please keep abreast of the construction closure by visiting the Family FunPlex home page.

Upcoming Events and Activities

Ice Haus 
Public Skate Sessions offered daily
Noon-1:30 p.m. 
Friday and Saturday Nights
Cosmic Skate | 6:30-8 p.m.

Drop-in at the Family FunPlex 
Drop-in at the Greeley Recreation Center

September 13
Family FunPlex Teen Night Out

September 16 - October 4
Winter Session I Adult Sports Early Bird Registration

September 16 - October 6
Winter Session I Youth Sports General Registration

September 18
Greeley Recreation Center pool reopens
Golden Gallery 50+ Art Show Opening Reception at LINC Library

September 21
McDonald Toyota Doubles Pickleball Tournament
Active Adult Center Member Trunk Sale

October 11
Rodarte Community Center Teen Night Out

October 25
Greeley Recreation Center Trick or Climb
A Haunted Night at the Family FunPlex

October 26
Rodarte Boxing Club 2024 Ring Warriors
Ice Haus Cosmic Costume Skate

October 29 
Zombie Zumba®

October 30
Active Adult Center Monster Mash Halloween Dance