Central Mainland Area Office...

840 Forrest Avenue
Cocoa, FL 32922
Ph: 321-633-1874   Fx: 321-633-1850

Office Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m

Office Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m

DRIVING DIRECTIONS
840 Forrest Avenue
Cocoa, FL 32922
Ph: 321-633-1874
FROM US Hwy 1, go east 0.2 miles on SR-520, turn left on Forrest Avenue and go north .09 miles. The office is on the right (former Joblink Bldg on the east side of Forrest Avenue).

Rental & Reservations

Contact phone listed under "Facilities" by Community Center at left and in Parks listings.

 

Additional Info

For other inquiries about our activities and events call or customer service line
321-63-PKREC
(321-637-5732)

Activity and Event listings are updated periodically. The Leisure Action Guide is published 2x a year and is available at Parks Operations Offices as supplies last. The directory can also be downloaded, however listings in the PDF digital document are not updated after publication.

Leisure Action Guide-PDF Published Twice A Year
Leisure Action Guide

 

 

Did You Know the Brevard County Parks and Recreation Department manages 108 parks? Besides listings with details and traveling directions to these parks, you can also find an alphabetical and city by city listing of parks that are managed by cities.

Central Area-Mainland
Community Centers

Activites & Facilities

Cocoa West Recreation Complex

230 South Burnett Road, Cocoa, FL
321-633-1987

Youth | All Ages | Teens | Adults | Seniors
 
Facilities

Meeting rooms, gymnasium, pavilion, playground, shuffleboard courts, tennis courts, ballfield, multipurpose field. For rental information call 321-633-1874.

Drop-in and Scheduled Activities

For children & adults
Foosball • Basketball • Volleyball
Mon & Wed........3:00-9:00 p.m.
Tue/Thu/Fri........3:00-8:00 p.m.
Saturday............12:00 noon-6:00 p.m.

YOUTH

After School Fun

Games, movies, arts & crafts
• Monday-Friday................3:30-5:30 p.m.

Youth Self Defense

• Wednesdays..................5:00-6:00 p.m.

Youth Sports Club

For elementary through middle school children.  Learn a different sport every two months.
• Monday & Wednesday..5:30-6:30 p.m.

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ALL AGES

Family Fun Night

Fun and games for the whole family
• 4th Friday each month....6:00-8:00 p.m.

Girls Volleyball

For all Ages
• Tuesday & Thursday.......5:00-7:30 p.m.

Sewing Class

For all ages. Instructor: L. Thornton
• Tuesday & Thursday.......6:00-8:00 p.m.

Soul Line Dancing

• Tuesday & Thursday.......6:00-7:00 p.m.

Mentoring

For all ages
• Tuesdays..........................5:30-6:30 p.m.

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TEENS

Teen Night

• 2nd Friday each month........6:00-8:00 p.m.

ADULTS

Couples Night Out

Participants enjoy games and other activities as a couple
• 1st Saturday each month........6:00-8:00 p.m.

SENIORS

Seniors at Lunch

Community Services Council provides well-balanced meals and an opportunity to socialize with other local area seniors. Call 24 hours before lunch for reservations: 321-639-8770
• Monday through Friday,
• 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Click to go to Senior Centers and Activities

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Joe Lee Smith Park Community Center

419 Washington St. Cocoa, FL
321-633-1872

Youth | All Ages | Teens | Adults | Seniors
 
Facilities

Meeting rooms, gymnasium, pavilion, playground, shuffleboard courts, tennis courts, ballfield, multipurpose field. For rental information call 321-633-1874.

Drop-in and Scheduled Activities

For children & adults
Pool, Ping Pong, Foosball, Basketball, Volleyball, Gymnasium
• Monday-Friday.......5:00-8:00 p.m.
• Saturday................2:00 noon-6:00 p.m.

YOUTH

After School Fun

Games, movies, arts & crafts.
• Monday-Friday........3:30-6:30 p.m.

Party With A Purpose

School age children celebrate their achievements
• 3rd Thursday each month...........5:00 p.m.

Princess Club

Pre-teen activities for girls: crafts, sports, cooking.
• Monday, Wednesday, & Friday..3:30-6:00 p.m.

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ALL AGES

Tutoring

For all ages
• Monday-Thursday....3:30-5:30 p.m.

TEENS

Queen 2B

Teen Activities for Girls. Crafts, sewing, sports, dance, community projects. Instructor: Simmons
• Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday
• 3:30-6:00 p.m.

Just For Teens

A club for teens that features Friday night dances and talent contests
• Friday..........6:00-8:00 p.m.

ADULTS

Men’s Basketball

• Tuesday& Thursday.......6:00-8:00 p.m.

SENIORS

Click to go to Senior Centers and Activities

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McLarty Park Community Center

790 Barton Blvd., Rockledge, FL
321-633-1870

Preschool | Youth | All Ages | Teens | Adults | Seniors
 
Facilities

Meeting rooms, game room, pavilion, playground, pool, outdoor basketball court, tennis courts, ballfields.For rental information call 321-633-1874.

Drop-in and Scheduled Activities

For children & adults
Pool, Ping Pong, Foosball
Mon-Fri...........3:00-8:00 p.m.
Saturday........8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

PRESCHOOL

Mommy & Me

Parent and Child Pre-Tumbling. For ages 16 through 36 months with parent. Instructor: B. Bowling
• Thursdays........10:00-11:00 a.m.   
$2 per month

Tumbling—Beginners

For ages 3 through 5. Instructor: B. Bowling
• Tuesday & Thursday.....4:00-5:45 p.m..  
 $6 per month

Tumbling Tots

For ages 3 through 5. Instructor: B. Bowling
• Tuesday & Thursday....4:00-5:45 p.m. $6 per month
• Thursday....10:00-11:00 a.m. $3 per month

YOUTH

Ballet & Tap—Beginning

Instructor: A. McGovern
• Monday..........4:00-5:00 p.m.
• Wednesday..........4:00-5:00 p.m.    
$20.00 per month

Gymnastics—Beginning

For ages 6 through 14
Instructor: B. Bowling
• Tuesday & Thursday.......4:00-5:45 p.m.  
$4 per month

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ALL AGES

Okinawa Kempo Karate

$35 per month. Instructor: J. Riggs
Two age groups—
• Ages 4-12 ”Lil’ Dragons Program”
  Wednesday.......7:00-8:30 p.m.
  Saturday............9:30-10:30 a.m.
• Age 13-Juniors through Adult-Beginners
  Thursday............7:00-8:15 p.m.

TEENS

Teen Pool Partys

Music, Food & Fun
Fridays—Summer Months Only
• McLarty Park Pool........8:00-10:00 p.m.

ADULTS

Ballroom Dancing

• Monthly, 2nd & 4th Friday........6:00-7:00 p.m.
• $45 per month

Jazzercise

Instructor: N. Snyder
• Wednesday-Thursday.......6:00-7:00 p.m.
• Saturday...........................9:00-10:00 a.m.
• $25 per month/unlimited classes
• $75 per 10 weeks

Kripalu Yoga

Instructor: B. O'Conner
• Tuesday........6:00-7:00 p.m.
• $75 per 10 weeks

Parents Night Out

• 2nd Friday each month.......7:00-11:00 p.m.
• $10 1st child, $8 each additional child

Square Dancing Club—Space Trackers

Ages 18 & up
• Mondays........7:30-10:00 p.m.

Square Dancing Club—Canaveral Squares

Ages 18 & up
• Tuesdays........7:30-10:00 p.m.

SENIORS

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Travis Park Community Center

2001 Michigan Ave., Cocoa, FL
321-633-1871

Preschool | Youth | All Ages | Teens | Adults | Seniors
 
Facilities

Computer lab, lighted sand volleyball courts, playground, 1/2 court outdoor basketball, gymnasium, game room, paved nature trail. For rental information call 321-633-1871.

Drop-In Activities

For Children, Teens & Adults
Computer Lab, Gymnasium, Basketball, Gameroom, Volleyball, Foosball, Billards, Pavilion
Mon-Fri..........3:00-9:00 p.m.
Saturday.......12:30-6:00 p.m.

PRESCHOOL

Parents of Preschoolers Breakfast

• 1st Tuesday each month....9:30 a.m.
• $2 per adult, $25/week per child
• Reservations: 321-633-1871

Ballet & Jazz

For ages 3 through 7
Instructor: A. McGovern
• Thursday..........4:00-5:00 p.m.    
• $10.00 annual registration fee and $4 per week (paid monthly)
• Information: Amanda, 321-749-5570

Mommy & Me

Parent and Child Pre-Tumbling. For ages 16 through 36 months with parent. Instructor: B. Bowling
August through April
• Tuesdays.....10:00-10:30 a.m.    $2 per month

Tumbling Tots

For ages 3 through 5. Instructor: B. Bowling
• Saturday..........................9:00-9:45 a.m.  $3 per month
• Monday & Wednesday.....4:15-5:00 p.m.  $6 per month

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YOUTH

After School Fun

Games, movies, arts & crafts
• Monday-Thursday.....3:00-5:30 p.m.

C.h.o.i.c.e.

Children Having Opportunities in Career Education
Ages 7 through 14.
• Mondays........6:00-7:00 p.m.   No Fee
• Information: 321-633-1871

Back to Basics Sports

Baseball, soccer, and basketball.
Two coed age groups—ages 5-8 & 9-12
• Tuesday & Thursday........5:00-6:00 p.m.

Ballet & Jazz

For ages 3 through 7
Instructor: A. McGovern
• Thursday..........4:00-5:00 p.m.    
• $10.00 annual registration fee and $4 per week (paid monthly)
• Information: Amanda, 321-749-5570

Basketball Defense Camp

Ages 7 through 14
• Monday & Wednesday
   Elementary School Ages...4:00-5:00 p.m.
   Middle School Ages...........5:00-6:00 p.m.
• $2 per week per child

Gymnastics—Beginning

For ages 6 through 14. Instructor: B. Bowling
• Monday & Wednesday........5:00-6:00 p.m.  
$8 per month
• Saturday.................11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.   
$6 per month

Gymnastics—Intermediate/Advanced

For ages 6 through 14. Instructor: B. Bowling
• Monday & Wednesday........6:00-7:30 p.m.  
$12 per month
• Thursday...............5:45-6:45 p.m. 
$8 per month
• Saturday................10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon  
$8 per month

Junior Hip-Hop

For ages 7 through 9. Instructor: A. McGovern
• Friday..........4:00-5:00 p.m.    
• $10.00 annual registration fee and $4 per week (paid monthly)
• Information: Amanda, 321-749-5570

PRE-TEENS & TEENS

Hip-Hop

For ages 10 through 16. Instructor: A. McGovern
• Friday..........5:00-6:00 p.m.    
• $10.00 annual registration fee and $4 per week (paid monthly)
• Information: Amanda, 321-749-5570

Teens Night Out

Ages 12 through 18
• 4th Friday each month.......7:00-11:00 p.m.

Teen Pool Tournament

Ages 12 through 18
• 1st Friday each month........7:00-11:00 p.m.
• Fee $2

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ALL AGES

Family & Friends Yoga

• Monday........................5:30-6:15 p.m..    
• $15.00 per 3 classes per Family OR With a Friend

Tutoring

• Monday-Thursday...............3:30-5:30 p.m.

Zumba

Fun & Easy! Work out to a fusion of Latin and International music.
• Tuesday........................5:30-6:30 p.m..    
• $10.00 per class OR $80.00 per 10 classes

ADULTS

Jazzercise

Instructor: T. Smith
• Tuesday & Thursday...............6:00-7:00 p.m.
• $25 per month unlimited classes

Parents Night Out

• 3rd Friday each month......7:00-11:00 p.m.
• $10 1st child; $8 each additional child
• Information 321-633-1871

Walking Club

Year Round. $3 Registration Fee

Introduction to Computers

For Adults and Seniors
• Tuesday & Thursday...............2:00-3:00 p.m.

Introduction to Digital Photography

For Adults and Seniors
• Tuesday & Thursday...............6:00 p.m.   $2 per class

SENIORS

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Lower Level Teen Center

840 Forrest Avenue, Cocoa, FL
321-433-4432

Activities, Events & Camps

For teens and pre-teens in middle school through high school grades 6-12.

Drop-In Activities
June 2 - Aug 1, 2008

Crafts, Eats & Movie Night, Foosball, Air Hockey, Pool, Video Games and Tournaments
Closed Monday
Tuesday-Friday....6:00-9:00 pm
Saturday..........2:00-6:00 pm

Transportation
June 2 - Aug 1, 2008

Available from Community Centers
• Catch-a-Ride Tuesday-Friday
• Catch-a-Ride on Saturday to Events, Swimming & Field Trips

After School Fun - Regular School Session

Games, movies, arts & crafts
• Tuesday-Friday.....5:00-8:00 p.m.

Movie Night

Movie & Pizza Night

• Movie starts at 6:00 (free)
• Pizza $3 per teen
• Fridays........5:00-8:00 p.m.

Field Trips

Scheduled at least once a month! Join your friends and other teens on monthly planned field trips. Theme parks, basketball games, and more!

Free Tutoring

FREE! For middle and high school students.
Call 321-433-4432 to schedule an appointment
During Drop-In
Tuesday-Thursday........6:00-9:00 p.m.

T.A.P.

Teen Advisory Program
A Middle and High School Students’ Recreation Board
To earn volunteer hours for Bright Futures Scholarships, teens meet at their local middle and high schools to help develop activities and ideas for their community. Call 321-433-4432 for information or Click Here.

Teens Looking for Volunteer Hours?

Call to find out about these and other volunteer opportunities: 321-433-4432


Teen Event and Activity Information

Other Sites...

Commmunity School Programs

Minimum enrollment required
Please call to sign up

Smart Sports Development

Parent & child ages 3 & up. Fun exercises using age appropriate equipment, children learn basic skills to help them succeed & excel upon entering youth sports. Enrollment limited to 15 per 6-week session. Pre-registration required.
Instructor: D. Ingram
• Date, Times, and Location TBA
• Call 321-633-1874 for information

Back To Basics Basketball at Community Schools — Download & Share Flyer

Kennedy Middle School
Fiske Blvd, Rockledge
6-week Instructional and Fun for Boys & Girls
• Starts January 7, 2008
• Registration starts December 3, 2007
• 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• Ages 5 through 8
• Ages 9 through 12
• $25 Fee includes a game shirt
• Information: Don Ingram, 321-633-1987

Back to Basics Sports at Community Centers

Baseball, soccer, and basketball.
Two coed age groups:
• Ages 5 through 8
• Ages 9 through 12
• Locations and times vary
• Call 321-633-1874 for information

Offered Quarterly
American Red Cross Classes

For all ages.
CPR, First Aid, and Babysitting Safety Classes
For information call 321-455-1380.

Riverwalk Nature Center

For programs, events, and trail information at Riverwalk-A Family Park visit the Nature web site

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DRIVING DIRECTIONS
840 Forrest Avenue
Cocoa, FL 32922
Ph: 321-633-1874
FROM US Hwy 1, go east 0.2 miles on SR-520, turn left on Forrest Avenue and go north .09 miles. The office is on the right (former Joblink Bldg on the east side of Forrest Avenue).
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Activites for Seniors

A variety of recreational opportunities are available for seniors at Senior Centers, and at parks throughout the county—

Fisherman and boaters with find a listing of boat launch and fishing sites

Paved walkways and boardwalks perfect for leisurely strolls

Community Centers offer fitness, dancing, and special interest classes

Enjoy golf at three exceptional golf courses with fee programs for residents

Campgrounds for a nearby getaway

Visit the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary Management & Education Center for a healthy and informative outing

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