Royal Ave Recreation center is open from 8am-5pm Monday – Friday
Rentals are available around regularly scheduled programs during the week, and on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Recreation Room to accommodate up to 100 people.
- 6 foot tables and chairs
- Simple Stage
- Small Sound system
- Handicap accessible restrooms
- Kitchen
-stove/oven for reheating
-ice machine
-refrigerator/freezer
-pool
Room Details:
Capacity: Up to 100 individuals
Rate: $20 per hour (2 hours minimum on Saturdays; 3-hour minimum on Sundays)
Rental Hours:
Saturdays: 8:00am – 10:00pm
Sundays: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
(Rental time must include decoration before the event and full cleanup after the event.)
Due to lack of parking during June and July, the recreation center is only available to rent on Saturdays from 8am-11am when the pool is closed.
Weekday Rentals: Available around regular scheduled programs; call to check availability.
Reservation Process:
Check Availability: Call the recreation center to check rental availability.
Complete Contract: To secure your reservation, fill out our Recreation Center Rental Agreement, outlining usage and rental rules. Click the button for the Rental Agreement.
Payment: Full payment is due at the time of reservation.
Submit Contract: Email the completed Rental Agreement to the rental location you are interested in reserving:
Identification: Attach a picture of your valid Driver’s License with your current address and provide 2 valid phone numbers for emergencies.
Reservation Confirmation: Once we receive your completed, payment, and necessary documentation, your reservation will be confirmed. You can make your payment by calling the recreation center or you may stop by the recreation center and make the full payment.
Important Notes:
- Reservation requires a complete contract and payment. No refunds for cancellations.
- You may reschedule for up to one year.
- You may also stop by the recreation center and complete the rental process at the location.
Pool Rental Parties:
Pools are currently closed until June 3, 2023.
Pool party reservations are currently being made for June and July
Pool Rental Rates:
- Up to 75 people…… $200.00 (includes Recreation pool and kiddie pool only)
- Up to 76-100 people….. $220.00 (includes Recreation pool and kiddie pool only)
- 101-300 people… $275.00 (includes Competition pool, Recreation pool and kiddie pool)
Please contact Jennifer at 256-246-9622 at the YMCA for more information. Space is limited.
@ 256-386-5615
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.
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
Royal Avenue Recreation Center Contact Details
256-760-6425
420 N. Royal Ave. Florence, Al 35630
Monday- Friday
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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Royal Avenue Recreation Center Contact Details
Phone Number:
256-760-6425
Address:
420 N. Royal Ave. Florence, Al 35630
Office Hours:
Monday- Friday
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM