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Royal Avenue Recreation Center
420 N Royal Ave
Florence, AL 35630
Supervisor:
Kevin Medley; kmedley@florenceal.org; (256) 760-6426
Swim Team Coach:
Chelsea Hughes; Chughes@florenceal.org; (256) 760-6425
Redcross Lifeguard Certification at Sheffield Parks and Recreation. Class #1 - March 27, 28, 30, 31 and April 1. Class #2 - April 17, 18, 20, 21 & 22. Fee is $225 for Full Certification and $125 for Recertification - cash or check only. 10 people maximum per class, minimum of 4 per class. Call 256-386-5615 for any other questions.
The swim test dates for April Lifeguard classes at the Florence, AL YMCA are March 24th at 5pm and March 30th at 5pm. The class will be held April 13-16. They can have up to 10 people per class. Please call 256-246-9622 for more infomation.
Lifeguard Certification Classes:
Please contact Jennifer at 256-246-9622 at the YMCA for more information. Space is limited.
You may also contact the Sheffield Recreation Center for certification class information
@ 256-386-5615
Quad-Cities Square Dance – Square dancers meet every Thursday from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at the Royal Avenue Recreation Center. Open to singles and couples. Line dancing is also incorporated and free classes offered during the “Introduction to Dance Night.” For more information call 256-760-6425.
Royal Avenue and Handy Pool Lifeguards are featured in the Fall Alabamian Issue of Alabama Recreation and Parks Association on page 6. Follow the link below to read.
2021 Lifeguards and Pool Attendants from Royal Avenue and Handy Pools
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Parks and Recreation Department
Current Status:
Royal Avenue can host parties up to 100 individuals.
If a larger capacity is required, please contact the Coliseum for your event at 256-760-6389.
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F.A.S.T
Email: FlorenceAlabamaSwimTeam@gmail.com
Florence Alabama Swim Team
Spring 2023 season will be
January 1 - April 30, 2023
Spring Swim Team Registration will open December 1-31, 2022
Registration Fee is $35.00 .
Summer 2023 season will be
May 1 - August 31, 2023
Registration will open April 1 - 30, 2023
Registration Fee is $35.00 .
Register online for swimming at link below.
Parks and Recreation sports webpage link.
If the child has never been on the swim team they must email the swim coach @ FlorenceAlabamaSwimTeam@gmail.com to schedule a swim test.
Swimming Pool Contact:
(256) 760-6425
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Recreation Center rentals:
The center may be reserved for birthday parties, holiday gatherings, anniversary parties, weddings, etc. from the 1rst weekend after Labor Day weekend till the last weekend in April of each year.
Please call (256) 760-6425 to check for availability. Reservations must be made at the Royal Avenue Recreation Center office. Cash or Check only is accepted for payment. The cost is $20.00 per hour with a 2 hour reservation minimum. No reservations after 10 p.m.
Sunday reservation hours must be 1-5 p.m.
Monday evenings through Friday evenings if available 5-10 p.m. only.
Saturdays 8 a.m. through 10 p.m. if available. No more than 8 hours at a time.
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Swimming Pool Contact:
(256) 760-6425
Royal Avenue Pools are closed until June 3, 2023.
New hours for the 2023 season are tentatively as follows: Tuesday - Saturday 12 - 5 p.m. Closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Maximum capacity varies each day depending on Lifeguard availability at Royal Avenue Pools till further notice.
Admission:
No $50 or $100 dollar bills accepted.
No Pool passes will be sold.
Concessions: Sold at Royal Avenue Pools only
Pool Rental Parties:
Pools are currently closed until June 3, 2023.
Rate: Up to 75 people…… $ (includes Recreation pool and kiddie pool)
Up to 76-100 people….. $ (includes Recreation pool and kiddie pool)
101-300 people… $ (includes Competition pool, Recreation pool and kiddie pool)
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Classes at Royal Avenue Recreation Center
Swimming - Various classes are offered for infants through adults for the summer. A registration fee is charged. For more information please visit:
http://www.ymcashoals.org/programs/aquatics/swim-lessons/
Or call 256-246-9622.
Summer swimming lessons - register at the YMCA.
Tennis – League play is available on various Park and Recreation Courts around the city. Free play is also available. For more information and to make a reservation for a tennis court please contact the Athletics office at 256-760-6628. To report maintenance issues please call 256-760-6425 or 256-760-6416.
Clubs and Organizations that meet at Royal Avenue Recreation Center:
Bridge – Competitive clubs play on Monday and Wednesdays from 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m. For more information please contact Mr. Cale at wgcale@gmail.com.
Florence Senior Citizen Center - Non-competitive play on Wednesdays from 12:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Quad-Cities Square Dance – Square dancers meet every Thursday from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at the Royal Avenue Recreation Center. Open to singles and couples. Line dancing is also incorporated and fee classes offered during the “Introduction to Dance Night.” For more information call 256-760-6425.
Florence Alabama Swim Team -
Florence Alabama Swim Team is a competitive swim program for ages 6 – 18. The swim team is affiliated with USA Swimming and the ARPA (Alabama Recreation and Parks Association. For more information call 256-760-6425 or visit the FAST facebook page at:
https://www.facebook.com/FAST-Florence-Alabama-Swim-Team-480556235371731/
Email: CHughes@florenceal.org
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Summer Job Information:
LOOKING FOR A JOB?
THE CITY OF FLORENCE MAY HAVE THAT OPPORTUNITY YOU HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR!
The Florence Parks and Recreation Department has both seasonal and part-time positions that maybe available throughout the year. When you visit the Human Resources webpage on the City of Florence, AL website you will be able to see what positions are available to apply for.
Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/florenceal/ for open positions.
For assistance in applying online for open positions please call the HR office @ 256-760-6360. For all other information please call the Parks Central office @ 256-760-6416.
Positions that may be available are as follows:
Royal Avenue – Lifeguards, pool maintenance, and pool attendants in season.
Handy Recreation Center – seasonal help.
The Club – seasonal help.
Sports Complex, Golf course and other areas – maintenance workers, grille workers, concession workers, and recreation assistants.
Positions usually start being posted online in February but may be posted year round depending on the needs of the City.