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Due to the current Shelter in Place order, many of our regular recreation programs have been closed or canceled until further notice.We are excited to announce the "Excel In Place" out-of-school program for youth ages 5-12!
Program Hours:
Full Day Option - 8:00am-5:30pm, Monday-FridayHalf Day Option - 8:00am - 12pm or 1:00pm-5:30pm, Monday-Friday
Brief Program Overview:
The program will provide distance learning support, active games, arts and crafts, recreational enrichment activities, field trips, etc.
In order to maximize safety, implementation of youth programming during the COVID-19 event has been designed in close collaboration with the County Health Officer and will operate in strict accordance with CDC COVID-19 guidance and recommendations, following the social distancing, sanitation, and hygiene practices described in the following link: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/ .community/schools-childcare/ index.html
Fees:
$400 per month/full day$200 per month/half day
Scholarships are availableReduced fees available to those who qualify
Locations include:G.H.W.R. Youth CenterPAL Davis (Ages 13-17)PAL RodriguezMarinovich Park Community Center
Application Process:
Please complete the attached application. You may be placed on a waiting list if all program sites are full.
Excel In Place Application Form
Registration:
If your child is placed at a program site, you will be notified via phone call or email. Spaces are very limited at this time. Spaces for subsequent months will be held for enrolled families up to one week prior to the start of the next month (e.g., unpaid spaces will be released to families on the waiting list).
Please visit our Virtual Recreation Center for resources on how to stay active, connected, and informed through this challenging time.
The Recreation Division offers a variety of activities, enrichment classes, sports and aquatics for youth and adults. Whether it's a summer camp or gymnastics class or an adults sports league you're looking for, we have something for you.How to Register
Online | In Person | |
Location | Online Registration | PCS Customer Services Center 231 Union Street, Watsonville |
Hours | 24/7 | Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm Closed from 1:30-2:30pm |
Payment Option | Visa or M/C | Cash, Check, Visa or M/C |
Download a Registration Form for in person, phone or fax registrations.
Financial Assistance is available. Click here for more information.
Parks and Community Services Department Recreation Guide - Our Recreation Guide is published twice per year in November and April. It is mailed to all residents in the Pajaro Valley and is available at both branches of the Watsonville Public Library.
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Parks & Community Services
Physical Address
231 Union Street
Watsonville, CA 95076
Phone: 831-768-3240Fax: 831-763-4078
Customer Service Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30a - 5:00p
Closed daily from 1:30p - 2:30p