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RECreating Memories: 40 years of Recreation

Saturday, March 1 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Celebrate the Greeley Recreation Center's 40th Anniversary with a free community bash! Bring your suit to play on inflatables in the pool, test your skills on the climbing wall, enjoy indoor yard games, and a birthday party complete with popcorn, cotton candy, and cupcakes. Check out booths to learn more about our youth programming. All ages are welcome, so join the fun! Visit the Greeley Rec Center for more information.

Greeley Awarded Playmaker 2024 Community of the Year

That's not all we're celebrating. Greeley’s done it! We’ve been named the 2024 Community of the Year by Community Playmaker magazine. From helping small businesses thrive with gBETA to making housing attainable with "Housing for All," we’re proving that teamwork and innovation make a difference. Let’s celebrate what makes Greeley a great place to live, work, and play! 

Get Ready for Spring Sports 

Spring sports registration is now open! Be sure to register to play or sign up for one of the spring break camps or sports clinics. 

Adult Sports Leagues

General Registration Deadline:  March 2

League play starts March 24 for the following adult sports leagues:

• Softball
• Volleyball
• Pickleball
• Inline hockey
• New Basketball Spring League

Love competition? Join us for our spring pickleball tournament:

• St. Patrick's Day Pickleball Tournament
  March 15 | 9 a.m.

Youth Sports Leagues

General Registration Deadline: February 23

Greeley Rec offers spring sports leagues and a variety of clinics. Enroll your young athlete in a sport to keep them active:

• Co-Ed flag football leagues 
  Birth years 2011-2018
• Boys' and girls' soccer leagues
  Birth years 2013-2020

Youth Sports Camps and Clinics

• Skyhawks Sports
  Geared towards young children.
  
  
  • VolleyKats (ages 2-4)
    Free Trial Days:
    February 25 and 26
    Clinic:
    March 4 - April 2
  • SoccerTots (ages 2-4)
    Free Trial Day:
    February 28
    Clinic:
    March 7 - April 4
• Skateboarding (ages 8-16)
  Lessons March 4 - April 15
  Leagues April 15 - May 22
• Basketball Clinics (ages 5-12)
  March 24 - April 16
  April 28 - May 21
• Soccer clinics (ages 3-6)
  March 24 - April 16
  
• Pickleball clinics (ages 7-14)
  March 24 - April 17
• Tennis clinics (ages 5-18)
  March 25 - April 17
• Volleyball clinics (ages 6-12)
  March 27 - April 17 and
  April 29 - May 22
  
• Cross Country clinics (ages 8-14)
  March 27 - April 17
• Jr Nuggets Basketball Clinic
  (ages 6-12)
  March 30 18 | 10-11 a.m.
  The Denver Nuggets Skills & Drills Clinics are co-ed and designed for beginner and intermediate players to learn fundamental skills. Every clinic participant will receive a unique Denver Nuggets shirt, and a ticket credit to a Denver Nuggets home game. Register Now!

Spring Break Camps

Planning a stay-cation for spring break? Enroll your children in a fun activity! We have full day and 1/2 day camp options:

Multi-Sports Camps

March 17-21c| 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
This indoor and outdoor camp gives participants the opportunity to try a variety of sports; like climbing, ice skating, futsal, basketball, volleyball, and team-building games. Ages: 5-12

Out-of-School Sports Camps also offered on:

• March 7
• April 24 and 25
• May 2

March 17-21 | 7:45 a.m. - 5:12 p.m.
Looking for a place where your child can learn, play, and make new friends in a safe and nurturing environment? The Rodarte Community Center program offers age-appropriate activities at an affordable price for kids from kindergarten through middle school. Drop by the center at 920 A Street to enroll today!

We also offer full day Out-of-School Camps on the following days:

• March 7
• April 24 and 25
• May 2

Greeley Ice Haus Programs

Improve your skating skills, learn figure skating or how to play hockey.

• Try Learn to Skate
  Saturday, February 15 | 1:45-3 p.m.
  Check out our Try Skate event for free! Bring the family and receive on-ice skating instruction for all ages and abilities. Sign up now!

• Ice Skating
  February 25 - April 5
  You can learn ice-skating techniques in our Learn to Skate classes - take the full session or attend weekly classes depending on what fits best with your schedule. Ages: 3+

• Try Hockey
  Saturday, February 22 | 2-3 p.m.
  Would your child like to try hockey for free to see if they like it before they sign up for a class? This is the perfect opportunity. Register today to reserve a spot!

• Hockey
  February 23 - March 30

  Be inspired to play the game. Children ages 3+ can join Cub Hockey, while adults 18 and older can take Intro to Adult Hockey.

Spring Instructional Classes

Try one of our activities or learn a hobby:

• Swim Lessons
  March 4 - April 3
  Ages: 6 months to adult
• Climbing
  Youth Classes | March 4 - April 1
  Ages: 5-15
  We Rock | March 7, April 4 | 5 p.m.
  Ages: 5+
  She Rocks | March 14 | 5 p.m.
  Ages: 16+
• Art Classes
  March 5, 12, and 26
  Ages: 5-16
• Karate Classes
  March 5 - April 2
  Ages: 5-12, and 13+
• Self Defense Class
  March 5 - April 2
  Ages: 13+
• Music for All
  March 8 
  Ages: 4 and under
• First Time Auto Buyer's Class
  March 13
  Ages: 15+

Work at the Pool This Summer

Greeley Recreation offers American Red Cross Lifeguard Training to get you started. 

Become certified to work at the pool, take a Lifeguard Training course this spring:

• March 7, 15-17 or March 14, 21-23
  Registration Deadline: March 6, 13

The first session date focuses on the physical requirements to pass the test. We offer this one-day training in advance to help you reach your goals. The following three days you'll complete the written and swim tests to become certified. We want you to succeed, so we provide assistance and support every step of the way. Join our amazing aquatics team and sign up today!

Fitness Classes

Join us at the Greeley Rec Center or Family FunPlex for group fitness classes. We have options seven days a week.

Or take a specialty fitness class to refresh your workout!

• Belly Dancing
  

  March 3-24
  Ages: 16+

• Youth Athletic Conditioning Class March 3-26
  Ages: 10-18
  

• Survival of the HIITest
  March 4-27
  Ages: 12+

Active Adult Center Updates

Visit the Active Adult Center (AAC) for a special event, lunch, or an excursion.

Special Events:

• St. Patrick’s Day Lunch
  Friday, March 14 | 11:30 a.m.
  Join us for a festive and flavorful celebration as we honor the Irish spirit with a delightful meal and Irish dancers. Register by March 10.
  Fee: $10 member, $15 non-member

Classes:

• Beginner Painting Classes 
  Thursdays | 1-3 p.m.
  March 6 - Abstract Dragonfly
  March 13 - Irish Gnome
  March 20 - Tranquil Trees
  March 27 - Funky Cactus
  Fee: $15 member, $20 non-member

• Hand-Building Clay Classes 
  Fridays | 1-3 p.m.
  March 7 & 21 - Mushroom Mug
  March 28 - Pressed Floral Plate
  Fee: $15 member, $20 non-member

Travel Excursions:

Registration opens Wednesday, February 12 online for spring trips (March through May).

Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation (AIR) Programs

Greeley Recreation is dedicated to providing opportunities for all to participate in sports, programs, and classes. Find out what we're offering this spring  and register online. 

Celebrate Greeley’s Successes with The Burroughs 

Check Out the First Episode of the Greeley Business Beat Podcast! 

Join Our Team!

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

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

February 12
AAC Spring Trips Registration Opens Online

February 15
Try Skate at the Ice Haus

February 22
Try Hockey for Free at the Ice Haus

February 23
Youth Spring Sports Leagues Registration Deadline

February 27
State of the City Address at Aims Welcome Center

March 1
Greeley Rec Center's 40th Anniversary Bash

March 2
Adult Spring Sports Registration Deadline

March 6
Lifeguard Training Registration Ends

March 13
Lifeguard Training Registration Ends

March 14
St. Patrick's Day Pickleball Tournament Registration Deadline

March 17-21
Spring Break Sports Camps
Rodarte Spring Break Camp