Parks and Recreation Department

Mission Statement The mission of the City of Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department is to be committed to providing or facilitating quality recreation services, including programs, classes, special events, and facilities to all members of the community in a courteous and efficient manner.

Parks, Recreation and Beautification Commission

Activities and Special Events

• The Activity Guide for the Cities of Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, and Pismo Beach, and the Oceano Community Services District are now available at City Halls and Parks and Recreation Offices throughout the South County. Don't miss out on some of the great recreation opportunities for the entire family!

  Copies have been distributed to elementary schools in the Lucia Mar School District and local businesses. You may also call the Parks and Recreation Office at (805) 473-4580 or send an e-mail to: parksandrecreation@grover.org to request an Activity Guide mailed directly to you!

• List of events: For 2008 | Summer Entertainment Guide
• Sizzlin' Summer Concert Series - Don't miss out on our free concert series, co-sponsored with the Grover Beach Chamber of Commerce. All concerts will be held at the Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Avenue, Grover Beach. A play area will be available for children. Food and drink will be available for sale with all proceeds used to offset the cost of the series. All ages are welcome. Bring a beach chair or a blanket and spend an enjoyable summer evening listening to great music.
  Dates: Sunday afternoons; June 15 and 29, July 6 and 20, August 17 and 31, September 14 and 28, 2008
  
  Time: 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
  
  Cost: Free!
  Location: 993 Ramona Avenue
  (Ramona Garden Park, corner of 10th Street and Ramona Avenue)
  
  Scheduled performances:
  June 15th – Soulamente
  June 29th – The Crisptones
  July 6th – The Cinder’s Blues Band
  July 20th – Dave Crimmen Band
  August 17th – Impromptu
  August 31st – Pureheart
  September 14th – Up in the Air
  September 28th – Critical Mass
  Summer Entertainment Guide - Click here for a list of free concerts and coming events offered in Arroyo Grande and Grover Beach.

• Grover Beach Farmers' Market
  When: Every Sunday (August 17 thru October 2008); 3:00 - 6:30 p.m.
  Where: Ramona Garden Park, 993 Ramona Avenue
  For more information, contact the Grover Beach Chamber of Commerce (805) 489-9091 or Parks and Recreation Department (805) 473-4580

• 9/11 Memorial Event - Started in 2002, this annual event provides local residents an opportunity to remember and honor the victims and families of the 2001 terrorist attacks, as well as victims of terrorist actions around the world. This event also honors the men and women currently serving in the armed services.
  Date: Tuesday, September 11, 2008
  Time: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Art Exhibit); 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Ceremony)
  Fee: Free
  Location: Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Avenue
  

• 6th Annual Fall Skate Classic - The Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department proudly presents this special skateboarding contest for area residents. Oil up the wheels, tighten the trucks, and strap up the safety gear to be ready for this exciting competition.
  Date: Saturday, September 20, 2008
  Time: 12:00 noon - 5:00 p.m.
  Fee: $15 per entrant
  Location: South County Skate Park, 1750 Ramona Avenue
  

• 9th Annual Cal Poly Basketball Clinic - This popular event, co-sponsored by the Cal Poly Mustangs Women's Basketball Team, will offer boys and girls 8th grade and below pointers and drills to improve their game skills.
  Date: Sunday, October 12, 2008
  Time: 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
  Fee: Free
  Location: Mentone Basketball Court, 14th Street and Mentone Avenue
  

• Halloween Activities & Carved Pumpkin Contest - Fun for the whole family! Bring your already decorated or carved funny, scary, spooky, or goofy pumpkin and enter it in the contest to win great prizes donated from local businesses. Spooky maze, carnival games, refreshments, and much more are available for your enjoyment.
  Date: Friday, October 31, 2008
  Time: 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
  Location: Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Avenue
  

• Hospice "Light up a Life" Celebration - Join in the celebration of the season with Hospice of San Luis Obispo providing music, comfort, and words of inspiration.
  Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2008
  Time: 7:00 - 7:30 p.m.
  Fee: Free
  Location: Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Avenue
  

• Holiday of Lights House/Business Decorating Contest - The Parks, Recreation and Beautification Commission will sponsor a holiday decorating contest for residents and businesses of Grover Beach. Decorating must be done by Friday, December 5, 2008. Awards will be presented in seven different categories. To nominate a residence or business, contact the Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department at (805) 473-4580.
  Date: Prejudging, Saturday & Sunday, December 6 & 7, 2008; Final judging Wednesday, December 10, 2008.
  

• Tree Lighting Ceremony - This event is an annual favorite with area residents as City officials preside over the lighting of the City Hall tree. Join us as we begin the holiday season with cookies, Santa, and snow!
  Date: Friday, December 5, 2008
  Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
  Fee: Free
  Location: Grover Beach City Hall Parking Lot, 154 S. 8th Street
  

• Annual Holiday Parade - "Holiday at the Beach" - The parade begins at 16th Street and finishes at the Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Avenue. This is one of the only daytime parades in San Luis Obispo County. Bring the kids and enjoy the entertainment.
  Date: Saturday, December 6, 2008
  Time: 10:00 a.m.
  Fee: Free
  Location: West Grand Avenue
  

• Santa's Workshop - Art and Craft Faire - Come watch artists and crafters working hard to create unique, handcrafted gifts for you and your loved ones this holiday season. Festivities include a visit with Santa, fun activities for kids, demonstrating artists, and crafters.
  Date: Saturday, December 6, 2008
  Time: Immediately following the parade
  Location: Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Avenue
  

• Shooting Stars Performing Arts Program - Youth

  Gymnastics I - Basic tumbling and balance beam skills teaching proper stretch, form, technique, and terminology.
  Ages: Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
  Dates: Mondays, beginning September 8th
  Time: 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.
  Fee: $41 (R); $45.10 (NR) per month
  Location: Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Avenue
  

  Gymnastics II - This is a more advanced class focusing on proper stretch and terminology, tumbling and balance beam skills and more.
  Ages: 3rd - 5th Grade
  Dates: Mondays, beginning September 8th
  Time: 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
  Fee: $41 (R); $45.10 (NR) per month
  Location: Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Avenue
  

  Creative Dance - Structured fun for ballet and tap basics.
  Ages: 3 - 5 years
  Dates: Tuesdays, beginning September 9th
  Time: 4:15 - 5:00 p.m.
  Fee: $41 (R); $45.10 (NR) per month
  Location: Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Avenue
  

  Dance Combo I - Beginning ballet movement and toe tapping steps.
  Ages: Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
  Dates: Tuesdays, beginning September 9th
  Time: 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
  Fee: $41 (R); $45.10 (NR) per month
  Location: Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Avenue
  

  Dance Combo III - All levels welcome. Basic ballet steps and rhythmic tap movement.
  Ages: 6th Grade - High School
  Dates: Tuesdays, beginning September 9th
  Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
  Fee: $41 (R); $45.10 (NR) per month
  Location: Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Avenue
  

  Musical Theatre - Vocal warm-up and signing, theatre techniques, drama games and character training.
  Ages: 1st - 6th Grade
  Dates: Wednesdays, beginning September 10th
  Time: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
  Fee: $41 (R); $45.10 (NR) per month
  Location: Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Avenue
  

  Dance Combo II - Ballet and tap basics and technique.
  Ages: 3rd - 6th Grade
  Dates: Wednesdays, beginning September 10th
  Time: 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
  Fee: $41 (R); $45.10 (NR) per month
  Location: Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Avenue
  

  Ballet Boot Camp - An intense mix of toughness and grace with focus on muscles to stretch, strengthen, tone, and refine. No experience or tutus required!
  Ages: Teens
  Dates: Wednesdays, beginning September 10th
  Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
  Fee: $41 (R); $45.10 (NR) per month
  Location: Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Avenue
  

  Tiny Tumblers - Stretch, tumble and play! Your toddler will be learning simple instructions for basic tumbling and balance through music and fun.
  Ages: 2 - 3 years; 4 - 5 years
  Dates: Tuesdays
  Time: 9:15 - 10:00 a.m.; 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
  Fee: $41 (R); $45.10 (NR) per month
  Location: Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Avenue
  

  Music and Movement - Fun dance movements and tumbling to children's music.
  Ages: 3 - 5 years
  Dates: Wednesdays
  Time: 9:15- 10:00 a.m.
  Fee: $41 (R); $45.10 (NR) per month
  Location: Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Avenue
  

• Tiny Tots Enrichment Program - The Tiny Tots Enrichment Program is a child enrichment program designed to integrate advanced learning and social skills.
  

  Tiny Tots - This class provides a fun learning experience which includes stories, crafts, music, games, and outdoor play.
  Ages: 2 1/2 - 3 1/2 years
  Dates: Monday/Friday or Tuesday/Thursday
  Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
  Fee: $110 per month
  Location: Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Avenue
  

  Advanced Tiny Tots - This class is for older preschool children. It introduces colors, shapes, numbers, letters and includes art, games, music, and movement.
  Ages: 3 1/2 - 4 1/2 years
  Dates: Tuesday/Thursday
  Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon or 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
  Fee: $110 per month
  Location: Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Avenue
  

  Kinderkids - This kindergarten readiness class prepares the child for the academic challenges ahead. This class provides learning experiences through art projects, games, music and movement and dramatic play.
  Ages: 4 1/2 - 5 1/2 years
  Dates: Monday/Wednesday/Friday
  Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon or 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
  Fee: $139 per month
  Location: Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Avenue
  

  Internet Driving School - The course is fun, interactive, and educational. Coursework can be completed at any time of day or night. DMV-accepted completion certificates issued upon successful completion of the course.
  Ages: 14 - 18 years
  Fee: $76 (R); $83.60 (NR)
  Call the Parks and Recreation Department at (805) 473-4580 to register.
  

• Youth Tennis Instruction - Group tennis instruction is arranged according to skill level, age, and space availability.
  Ages: 7 - 17 years
  Dates: Tuesdays or Thursdays
  Time: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. or 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
  Fee: $42 (R); $46.20 (NR) per month
  Location: Grover Heights Tennis Courts, Atlantic City Avenue and North 8th Street
  

• Camp Manners - This workshop will present lessons in proper behavior for all occasions. Participants will receive guidance in a variety of topics including table manners, social etiquette, ordering food in a restaurant, entertainment at home, ceremonial occasions and written communication.
  Ages: 6 - 12 years
  Dates: Saturdays (Specific dates to be determined)
  Time: 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
  Fee: $25 (R); $27.50 (NR) per workshop includes snack
  Location: Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Avenue
  

• Adult Fitness Classes

  Senior Stretch & Strengthen - An invigorating morning stretch to wake up your bones and muscles. Light aerobics and weights and modified pilates designed for the older adult.
  Ages: Seniors/Adults
  Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays
  Time: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
  Fee: $56 (R); $61.60 (NR) per month
  Location: Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Avenue
  

  Ballet Boot Camp - No experience or tutus required! An intense mix of toughness and grace with muscle focus to stretch, strengthen, tone and refine.
  Ages: Adults
  Dates: Wednesdays
  Time: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
  Fee: $56 (R); $61.60 (NR) per month
  Location: Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Avenue
  

  Tappersize - Move your feet, make some noise. So much fun you won't even know it's exercise!
  Ages: Adults
  Dates: Wednesdays
  Time: 10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
  Fee: $56 (R); $61.60 (NR) per month
  Location: Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Avenue
  

  Advanced Tap - Polish your technique and learn routines. Must know basic tap steps.
  Ages: Adults
  Dates: Thursdays
  Time: 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
  Fee: $56 (R); $61.60 (NR) per month
  Location: Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Avenue
  

  Advanced Ballet - Refine your movements at the barre and center. Must know basic ballet.
  Ages: Adults
  Dates: Thursdays
  Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
  Fee: $56 (R); $61.60 (NR) per month
  Location: Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Avenue
  

  Community Interest:

  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - November thru February.
    Every winter, thousands of Monarch butterflies spend the months of November - February in a grove of eucalyptus trees at Pismo State Beach - located just north of West Grand Avenue along Highway One (and north of the Grover Beach Train Station). Monarchs make this one of the largest wintering sites in the United States. The "Monarch Butterfly Grove" is staffed every day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., with docent talks given at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

    For more information, contact California State Parks at (805) 473-7220 regarding the "North Beach Campground" or go to Monarch butterfly.

  • Whale Tail Grants Program
    The California Coastal Commission sponsors a program that distributes funds from the sale of Whale Tail License Plates. Grants support programs that teach California children and the general public to value and take action to improve the health of the state's marine and coastal resources. Adopt-A-Beach programs, California Coastal Cleanup Day, as well as other beach maintenance and coastal habitat restoration projects that have an educational component, are also eligible for these grants. For more information, please see: Whale Tail License Plate.

  For further information on some of the services, programs, and activities the Department offers, contact the Parks and Recreation Office at (805) 473-4580 or via e-mail at: parksandrecreation@grover.org.

  Registration Forms

  For your convenience, you may also download registration forms to drop off or mail directly to the Parks and Recreation Office. (Your computer will need the free Adobe Acrobat Reader to download these forms in PDF format):
  
  • Tiny Tots Registration Form
    
  • Class/Activity Registration Form.

  Facilities

  • Rental Facilities - Community Centers and City Parks
  • South County Skate Park The Skate Park is located at 1750 Ramona Avenue (between 16th Street and Oak Park Boulevard) in Grover Beach. A variety of skating features in this 13,234 square foot facility make it a fun skating adventure for children and adults alike! Park use is limited to skateboarding and in-line skating only; no bikes allowed.

  Community Programs

  • Beautification Awards Program - Nomination Form
  • Bench Dedication
  • Tree Dedication
  • Community Garden
  • Adopt-A-Park
  • Senior Legal Services

  

  Volunteer Opportunities

  The Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department is currently seeking volunteers to assist with programs and special events held throughout the year. Volunteer opportunities include sport programs, office work, special event support, and much more. Help is needed both before and after events. Students needing community service hours are also welcome to participate as volunteers at any of the Department's special events.

  Do you have a talent you would like to share? Instructors are needed to teach classes for older adults, teens, and youth. Topics and schedules can be tailored to meet your individual availability.

  Your help will be greatly appreciated!

  

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