KIDCO (age 5-11)

An after-school and summer recreation program for children ages 5-11, in kindergarten through fifth grade. (Some centers accept 12-year-olds or in sixth grade.)

• A safe, comfortable place for children to be after school and during the summer.
• An opportunity for kids to express themselves through various art forms, sports and special events.
• A place to practice physical fitness, experience healthy alternatives and learn respect for the body.
• An environment that helps promote self-esteem, encourages listening and caring and where positive values are reinforced.
• An opportunity to develop varied interests, to practice recreational skills and to experience positive use of leisure time.
• A time for friendships and socializing.

KIDCO registration is handled through Registration Services on a space available basis during the summer and fall (school year) sessions.

Contact Registration Services at 520-791-4877 or your local District Office for more information about KIDCO. Current sites listed in the Program Guide & Class Catalog. 

Drop-in After-school Program (ages 5-12)

Free program Monday-Friday, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm. Activities include: Homework time, games, arts and crafts, movies, sports, guest speakers and field trips.

This program is offered at Oury Recreation Center, 600 W. St. Mary's Rd., 520-791-4788.

Leisure Classes for Youth (ages 12 months and up)

A variety of exciting leisure classes for youth, ranging from toddler to teen, are offered at various locations

Schoolzout Program (ages 5-12)

Day camps offered at recreation centers during school days off and holiday breaks. (Not all days offered at all centers.) Activities include games, sports, arts and crafts, cooking, performing arts, field trips and special theme activities. Fee required. For more information please contact centers.

Link II (ages 7-17)

Free after school and summer afternoon recreation program for ages 7-17. Activities include games, pool tournaments, field trips, swimming, arts and crafts in an open recreation setting.

Available only at Pascua Neighborhood Center,785 W. Sahuaro, 520-791-4609.

Open Recreation (ages 7and up)

For youth ages 7 and older. Game room activities include Playstation 2, computers, billiards and foosball.

Scheduled hours for open gym activities also available. Facility pass or daily fee required. Santa Rosa Center, 1080 S. 10^th Ave., 520-791-4589.

Stay and Play Program (ages 3-5)

Stay and Play is a great way to introduce your child to others their age and still have the security of having mom, dad or caregiver there. Each week we will introduce crafts, games, singing, storytime, building relationships and cooperative playtime. Adult must attend class with registered child. Only registered children allowed in class, no siblings.

Child must be potty trained; parent is required to assist once per session.

Program offered at the following recreation/neighborhood centers:

• Fred Archer Center: 1665 S. La Cholla Blvd., 520-791-4353
• Marty Birdman Center: 2536 N. Castro, 520-791-5950
• El Pueblo Regional Center: 101 W. Irvington Rd., 520-791-5155
• Freedom Center: 5000 E. 29^th St., 520-791-4969
• Clements Center: 155 E. Poinciana Dr., 520-791-5787
• Randolph Center: 200 S. Alvernon Way, 520-791-4560
• Udall Center: 7200 E. Tanque Verde Rd., 520-791-4931

Register for this Leisure Class online.

Registration information is available in November. Please call 520-791-5909 for more information.

In-Betweener's Club (ages 11-14)

This after-school and summer program for ages 11-14, meets Monday-Friday (times vary). Learn to be a valued member of a constructive peer group and enhance positive friendships, overall social skills, self-worth and confidence. Program activities include arts and crafts, cooking, community service projects, outings and special events.

Non-refundable registration fee required. For sites and times, check the current Program Guide & Class Catalog, and register online.

Freedom Center 29^th Teens (ages 12-17)

Summer and school year recreation program for ages 11-17. Tuesday and Thursday, 3:30–5:30 p.m., Wednesday 2:30-4:30 p.m. Enjoy trips, sports, games, exercise, community service projects, crafts and music. Freedom Center, 5000 E. 29^th St., 520-791-4969.

Art In Reality Program – A.I.R. (ages 13-21)

Free visual and performing arts program for all youth ages 13-21 living in Pima County. AIR provides fall and spring 10-week programs, ending with the “Keepin' It Real” performance showcase.

Through collaborations with the City of Tucson, public, charter, and alternative high schools, AIR meets the following goals and objectives: delinquency prevention, development of healthy bodies and minds, provides school credit and community service opportunities and increases youth employability.

Classes vary and range from Poetry to Break Dancing. For more information on classes, locations and times, please call 520-882-8012.

Martial Arts and Resiliency Skills Program – M.A.R.S. (ages 6-16)

Free program for ages 6-16. Traditional martial arts training and mentoring. Tuesday and Thursday, 3:00 pm -4:00 pm, at Freedom Center, 5000 E. 29^th St., 520-791-4969.

Jr. Teen Scene (ages 11-14)

This after-school and summer recreation program for youth ages 11-14 consists of activities geared around special focus themes in the areas of life skills, arts and crafts, dance and music, community service projects, sports, games and career development.

Non-refundable registration fee required for non-City residents. For sites and times, check the current Program Guide and Class Catalog, and register online.

Jr. Leadership Volunteer Program (Ages 13-17)

Teens can register for this program during the summer or school year and assist our youth program staff as a Jr. Leader at KIDCO after-school and summer recreation programs. In addition, if skills in lifeguarding are more of an interest, Jr. Lifeguards assist during the summer at our City pools. Teens will gain leadership and work experience skills in addition to building self-esteem and confidence. Fun activities are also planned with this age group in mind. For more information regarding sites and times, check the current Program Guide & Class Catalog, and register online.

Santa Rosa Double Digit Teen Club (ages 10-12)

For ages 10-12. Meets Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Club includes: sport competitions, cooking, crafts, field trips, special events, and community service projects.

Free to facility pass holders, or non-refundable registration fee required. Santa Rosa Center, 1080 S. 10^th Ave., 520-791-4589.

Leisure Classes for Teens

Late Night Hoops Teen Basketball Program (ages 13-19)

Basketball program for teens, ages 13-19, offered Saturdays from October-February at the Randolph, William M. Clements, El Pueblo and Morris K. Udall Centers.

Includes evening play from 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm. Contact the Sports Office at 791-4560 for information.

Regional Center Memberships – Fitness/Wellness Activities

Center Memberships – Recreation, Neighborhood and Regional Centers offer a wide variety of fitness/wellness opportunities for adults.

Facility amenities, which vary from center to center, include weight rooms (for ages 16 and up), racquetball courts, open gymnasium time, billiards, air hockey, foosball, indoor and outdoor walking tracks and locker rooms. Daily fees required.

Passes available for 20-visit or quarterly/annual use for individuals and families. Take a look at the centers section for more information about specific center amenities, or contact the center directly.

Adult Volunteer Program

Make a difference, be an adult volunteer. Volunteer opportunities are available year round for adults over 18 years old in Parks and Recreation camps, centers, KIDCO and aquatics.

Contact the district office nearest you for more information.

• East District: 8257 E Broadway, 520-791-5930
• Northwest District: 900 S Randolph Way, 520-791-4873
• Southwest District: 4208 S Santa Rita Ave., 520-791-5909

Leisure Classes for Adults

Sports Leagues

Contact Sports Office at 520-791-4560.

Nutrition and Socialization Programs
Nutritious meals served Monday-Friday for participants ages 60+ at various recreation/neighborhood centers. Some sites offer both breakfast and lunch, others only lunch or dinner, for a small donation.

Armory Park Senior Center
220 W. 5^th Ave., 520-791-4865
Monday-Friday - 3:00 pm-4:00 pm - $1.50 donation

Fred Archer Center
1665 S. La Cholla Blvd., 520-791-4353
Monday-Friday - Noon - $1.50 donation

El Pueblo
101 W. Irvington, 520-791-4629
(Catholic Social Services)
Monday-Friday - 8:00 am-1:00 pm

El Rio Center
1390 W. Speedway Blvd., 520-791-4683
Monday-Friday - 7:30 am-1:00 pm

Freedom Center
5000 E. 29^th St., 520-791-4969
Monday-Friday – Noon - $1.50 donation

Northwest Center
2160 N. 6^th Ave., 520-791-3247
Monday-Friday - 10:00 am-1:00 pm - $1.50 donation

Pascua Center (Ages 55+)
785 W. Sahuaro, 520-791-4609
Monday-Friday - 8:00 am-1:00 pm

Quincie Douglas Center
1575 E. 36^th St., 520-791-2507
(Tucson Urban League)
Monday-Friday - 8:00 am-9:00 am, 11:00 am-12:00 pm - $.50 each meal

Senior Activity Card

Centers offer different activities for adults 50 years and older. May include card and table games, trips, billiards, crafts, weight room use, exercise classes, computer classes, speakers, track use and swimming pool use on certain days and times (where available). Annual membership rates $25 for City Residents and $30 for Non-City Residents. Programs offered at the following centers:

Armory Park Senior Center
220 S. 5^th Ave., 520-791-4865

Fred Archer Neighborhood Center
1665 S. La Cholla Blvd., 520-791-4353

Cherry Avenue Recreation Center
5085 S. Cherry Ave., 520-791-4497

William Clements Regional Center
8155 E. Poinciana Dr., 520-791-5787

El Pueblo Neighborhood Center
101 W. Irvington, 520-791-4629

El Rio Neighborhood Center
1390 W. Speedway Blvd., 520-791-4683

Freedom Neighborhood Center
5000 E. 29^th St., 520-791-4969

Northwest Neighborhood Center
2160 N. 6^th Ave., 520-791-3247

Oury Recreation Center
600 W. St. Mary’s Rd., 520-791-4788

Randolph Regional Center
200 S. Alvernon Way, 520-791-4560

Morris K. Udall Regional Center
7200 E. Tanque Verde Rd., 520-791-4931

Senior Olympics

This annual sports festival attracts more than 3,000 athletes, ages 50+, during a 10-day span in late January. Events include: aerobics, archery, badminton, baseball, basketball, billiards, bocce, bowling, bridge, Canasta, chess, cribbage, croquet, cycling, Euchre, 500 Cards, golf, horseshoes, novelty field events, novelty swim events, Pinochle, powerlifting, racquetball, road races, shooting, shuffleboard, softball, swimming, table tennis, tennis, track/field and volleyball.

Some centers offer special family-oriented activities and events throughout the calendar year. Check your favorite center's listing for these family activities:

Family Fun Nights
Parents Get Fit, Kids Don't Just Sit Program
Family Special Events
Public Access Computers
Leisure Classes for Families