welcome to
rocky river parks and recreation

Fall 2008 Brochure
Registration begins August 23

 

Rocky River Park Improvements

Civic Center Addition

Parks and Recreation Facilities

Bates Road Tot Lot

Rocky River Water Zone

Elmwood Cabin

Rocky River Parks and Recreation Commission

Rocky River Parks and Recreation Foundation

 


City of Rocky River

 

Links of Interest

Ohio Parks and Recreation Association

National Recreation and Park Association

Sports Illustrated Good Sports

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fall Recreation Brochure has been mailed to residents.
Registration is underway for most programs. You can view the brochure online by
clicking here.

 

Fitness and Health Workshops
at the Civic Center

The Civic Center is presenting a variety of one and two-day Fitness and Health Workshops this fall.  Topics range from parenting athletes & effective coaching to healthy eating and stress management.  These exciting workshops are available to Civic Center members and non-members;
Rocky River residents and non-residents. 
For more information about dates, times and costs, check the Fall Recreation Brochure or call 440-895-2599. 
You can also view the Fall Brochure online by clicking here. 

 

New After School-FUN Program
for Middle Schoolers info here

 

It's Back! 
Fall Paintball Madness for Grades 7 - 12
Friday October 17
Information here.  Register at the Civic Center
Registration ends Oct. 15 or when bus is full.
Call 440-895-2599 for info.

 

Civic Center FALL Hours
 

Monday - Thursday 5:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.*
Friday 5:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.*
Saturday 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.*
Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.*

*Pool closes 1/2 hour before building closes

 

 

New!  "Forever Fit"  Fully Funded Memberships
 for Medicare-eligible members with the following Ohio Health Plans:
Advantra (Coventry)
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Gateway
Aetna OPERS
Sterling Life Insurance
Please call Michelle Riegler at 440-895-3385 to see if you are eligible for this exciting benefit!

 

Hamilton Ice Arena opens in September!

Tuesday/Thursday 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Adult Skating Sessions begin Sept. 2

Open Skates begin September 16

 

 

Indoor Pool Schedule Here
 

 

Kids' Cove Childcare Room is open.  Reservations are strongly suggested.
Call 440-895-3379 for hours, information, or to make a reservation.
 

The Skate Park opens April 2. 
Click here for info.

 

Civic Center
Resident & Corporate Memberships
are on sale now!
Full information available at the Civic Center.  Call 440-895-2599.

 

Check out the Civic Center Grand Opening Photos Here


Call the Civic Center
440-895-2599 for  Open Gym Schedule.

 


Recreation Department Office Hours

Civic Center Office
Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. -  4:30 p.m.

Recreation Administrative Office
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

 


Thanks to Rocky River Early Childhood PTA for their generous donation of $3000 to be used for play equipment for the new indoor pool.


 Call 440-895-2599 for Civic Center information.
Call 440-356-5656 for Rink information.



Locations and Phone Numbers:

The Rocky River Recreation Department is located in the Rocky River City Complex at the corner of Hilliard and Wagar (W 210) in Rocky River. 

Rocky River City Hall 21012 Hilliard 440-331-0600
Recreation Center 21018 Hilliard 440-356-5656
Recreation Administrative Office 21018 Hilliard 440-356-5657
Hamilton Ice Arena (Sept. - March) 21018 Hilliard 440-356-5656
Outdoor Pool (June - August) 21018 Hilliard 440-356-5660
Don Umerley Civic Center
    (Programs and Information)
21016 Hilliard 440-895-2599
Don Umerley Civic Center Memorial Hall
     (Meeting Room Rentals)
21016 Hilliard 440-895-2594
Senior Center 21014 Hilliard 440-333-6660
     

The Rocky River Recreation Department offers year-round programming for preschoolers, students and adults.  A brochure is mailed to residents three times per year (fall, winter, spring/summer).  Many programs utilize school facilities;  gyms, fields and classrooms.  A full schedule of youth sports leagues is offered, including soccer, football, basketball and baseball/softball.  Instructional programs include tennis, golf, keyboarding, fencing, tumbling, skating, swimming and much more.  For adults, we offer fitness programs, volleyball leagues, basketball, golf, water exercise, ballroom  dance and much more.  Call the Civic Center at 440-895-2599 for information.

Hamilton Ice Arena is open from September through March, and offers open skates, lessons for all ages, travel hockey, and birthday parties.  It is also the home ice for the Rocky River High School Hockey Team.

In the spring, the ice is melted away and replaced with soccer turf.  During the spring and summer the turf is used for indoor soccer programs, soccer leagues, day camp and a variety of other activities.

The outdoor municipal pool is open mid-June though mid September.  Open swim time is available for residents.   Four two-week session of swimming lessons are offered.  Seasonal pool passes are available for residents with proof of residency.

The city maintains eight public parks with a variety of amenities.  Elmwood Park Cabin  is available for rentals.  Call 440-356-5657 for information.

Rocky River Senior Center offers programs and services for seniors. Call 440-333-6660 or log onto www.rrcity.com for more information.