Oceanside Parks & Recreation News

January 2025

Oceanside

Parks & Recreation

NEWS

Winter Activity Guide

The 2025 Winter Activity Guide is out. Don't wait, register today! The Activity Guide has various recreation programming for all ages, including classes, special events, dance, senior activities, sports, and much more. Take a look through and plan to participate. stay active, and make new friends!

Activities

Survey for Oceanside Residents 50+

The City of Oceanside is working to develop a five-year action plan to ensure that Oceanside is a great community for people to live in as they age. There will be several opportunities for public input, and the City is collecting survey responses from residents that are 50+ years or are living with a disability. Paper copies of the survey are also available at all Oceanside Recreation Centers, Senior Centers, Libraries, and Resource Centers. The deadline to complete the survey is January 6, 2025. Thanks for participating!

Survey

Stay Active & Learn New Skills

OPEN GYM TIMES

Drop-in Open Gym is available at the Junior Seau Beach Community Center and the Melba Bishop Recreation Center. NOTE: The Beach Community Center is closed for a few weeks in January to resurface the gym floor. It's a great opportunity for all ages to stay active and healthy and enjoy a variety of sports. More Information

BALLET FOLKLORICO

Dance the night away at the Balderrama Recreation Center! Ballet Folklorico for children and teens will bring students together through the expression of a world-renowned cultural dance. Students will develop technical dance skills and express themselves artistically through movement. More Information

MARIACHI FOR TEENS

This free program is ideal for students who are interested in discovering the art of Mariachi! Violinists, guitarists, trumpet players, and singers are all welcome. Enrolled participants can come to the center on non-class days and practice. All students will have access to the instruments at the Landes Community Center. More Information

New Tai Chi Class for Seniors

An engaging and therapeutic Tai Chi class is ideal for seniors looking to improve their physical health, maintain independence, and learn techniques to prevent falls. This gentle, low-impact form of exercise will improve whole-body awareness, leg and hip strength, balance, flexibility, and coordination. The class provides a safe and supportive environment to enhance overall health and well-being. Details

For Kids Sake Program

The For Kids Sake Program is an after-school program for elementary-aged students ages 6 – 11. Students in the For Kids Sake Program will grow new friendships, participate in crafts and games, and receive homework help. The program operates at varous sites around town: the Joe Balderrama Recreation Center, the Melba Bishop Recreation Center, and John Landes Community Center. More Information

Lifeguard Academy

The Lifeguard Academy is designed to provide qualified participants with the certifications required for employment as a lifeguard. Upon completion, graduates will receive multiple certifications. Before attending the first meeting date, a 23-hour online lesson portion must be completed. Participants should email oceansidelifeguardtraining@gmail.com once registered for the Lifeguard Academy to confirm your email address so that we may create a Red Cross account for you. The Lifeguard Academy will take place from January 13 to February 15. More Information

Volunteers Needed

Volunteer Drivers Needed (Senior Transportation): Volunteer drivers, 18 and older, are an essential part of the City's Senior Transportation Program. They help provide rides for senior citizens to medical appointments, pharmacy trips, shopping, and more. Volunteer drivers must have a valid driver’s license, car insurance, credible DMV record, and registration. Drivers use their own vehicles and are reimbursed for mileage. Interested? Click button below.

Community Events: Volunteers are needed for several community events throughout the year. Volunteers help with a variety of tasks, including event set-up and break-down, staffing a booth, directing event visitors, and more. Parks & Recreation staff can sign-off on Community Service Hours for high school students or provide Letters of Appreciation for military volunteers. Click button below for more information.

Volunteer Information

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