Date: 
Sat, 05/04/2024 - 6:00am

SUMMER CLASS AND PROGRAM REGISTRATION

BEGINS MAY 4

Tucson Parks and Recreation is offering a full array of indoor leisure classes and camps this summer. Classes range from arts and crafts, music, and jewelry making, to Little Movers and Shakers, dance, gymnastics, sports, and more for youth and adults. Get active in a health and fitness class, learn digital photography skills, or create beautiful pottery and ceramics pieces. There truly is something for everyone.  

Summer KIDCO 

KIDCO provides a safe, fun place to enjoy sports, games, activities, and social interaction throughout the summer.  

Who: Ages 5-11 (must have completed kindergarten) 

When: Session 1 – June 3-28 (closed June 19) 

           *Session 2 – July 1-26 (closed July 4) 

Day/Time: Monday-Friday - 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. 

Cost: $125/city-resident or $157/non-city resident for a 4-week session

Locations: Vary, see registration link for locations 

*For TUSD site locations, session 2 will run July 1-July 19

Summer KIDCO Inclusion 

KIDCO inclusion camps are offered for children with disability-related support needs. 

Who: Ages 5-11 (must have completed kindergarten) 

When: June 3-July 26 (closed June 19 and July 4) 

Day/Time: Monday-Friday -8 a.m.-2 p.m. 

Cost: $125/city-resident or $157/non-city resident for a 7-week session

Locations: Archer, El Pueblo, Donna Liggins, Randolph, Udall, and Clements centers  

In-Betweeners Club  

Supervised summer teen program offering games, sports, social interaction, dance, art projects, and nutrition-based learning activities. 

Who: Ages 12-14 (must have completed 5th grade) 

When: Session 1 – June 3-28 (closed June 19) 

           Session 2 – July 1-26 (closed July 4) 

Day/Time: Monday-Friday - 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Cost: $70/city-resident or $88/non-city resident for a 4-week session

Locations vary, see registration link for site info. 

Junior Staff in Training 

The focus of Junior Staff in Training is to provide teens with an experience aimed at improving leadership skills, building self-esteem, and preparing for future employment specifically in the field of recreation. Teens will learn planning, group management, critical thinking skills, how to communicate, teamwork, and basic job application and interviewing skills. 

Who: Ages 14-18  

When: Session 1 – June 3-28 (closed June 19) 

           Session 2 – July 1-26 (closed July 4) 

Day/Time: Monday-Friday – 8 a.m.-6 p.m. (typical shifts are 8 a.m.-2 p.m. or noon-6 p.m. with a max of 30 hours per week) 

Cost: $25/city-resident or $30/non-city resident for a 4-week session 

Locations vary, see registration link for site info. 

Therapeutic Recreation Camps 

The Therapeutic Recreation division offers camps for those with disabilities who need more specialized and structured camp offerings. Call Therapeutic Recreation at 520-791-4504 for an assessment to determine eligibility. 

Discovery Camp

Who: Ages 6-15 

When: June 3-July 19 (closed June 19 and July 4) 

Day/Time: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 

Cost: $25/city-resident or $30/non-city resident 

Location: Quincie Douglas, 1575 E. 36th St. 

Kid Zone

Who: Ages 3-5 

When: June 3-July 19 (closed June 19 and July 4) *

Day/Time: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 

Cost: $25/city-resident or $30/non-city resident 

Location: Therapeutic Recreation Center, 1000 S. Randolph Way 

STARS

Who: Ages 16-22 

When: June 3-July 19 (closed June 19 and July 4) 

Day/Time: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 

Cost: $25/city-resident or $30/non-city resident  

Location: Therapeutic Recreation Center, 1000 S. Randolph Way 

STEP Teen Program

Who: Ages 12-18 

When: June 3-July 19 (closed June 19 and July 4) 

Day/Time: Monday-Friday 2-7 p.m. 

Cost: $25/city-resident or $30/non-city resident  

Location: Therapeutic Recreation Center, 1000 S. Randolph Way  

REGISTRATION DATES AND TIMES 

Timely registration is recommended since offerings fill up quickly. View the registration information below.

KIDCO, In-Betweener's Club, and Jr. Staff in Training 

  • City Residents Online Registration: Saturday, May 4, at 6 a.m. 
  • Non-City Residents Online Registration: Saturday, May 4 at noon   

Leisure and Aquatics Classes, and Therapeutic Recreation 

  • City Residents Online Registration: Saturday, May 4, at 9 a.m. 
  • Non-city Residents Online Registration: Saturday, May 4, at noon   

All Classes and Programs (including Gymnastics II, III, and Therapeutic Recreation/Adaptive Classes) 

  • Call in registration, (520) 791-4877: Tuesday, May 7, at 8 a.m.  
  • Walk in registration, Registration Services 920 S. Randolph Way: Thursday, May 9, at 8 a.m.  

The registration deadline for classes is Tuesday, May 28, at 5 p.m. Discount Program is available to those who qualify. Make an appointment at Registration Services before registering. For questions or more information on registration and programs, or to set up an account, contact Registration Services at (520) 791-4877. 

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