The Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center is a full-service, recreation center
serving
the
Glendale community. The center provides educational, recreational,
fitness and social
activities through classes, special events and ongoing center
activities.
Select areas and
programs are
free to everyone. Recreation passes
may be purchased
for additional opportunities.
No joining
fees or contracts!
Daily, monthly, 15- and 30-punch and annual recreation passes
are available;
Click here for rates.
The Privileges of Being a Recreation Center Pass Holder
A Recreation Pass allows the use of the fitness area with fitness/exercise equipment,
the
indoor jogging/walking track; the open gymnasium hours, basic aerobics, the indoor
racquetball
courts, rock climbing wall and scheduled lap swimming all for one low price. A
variety of passes are available including monthly, annual and punch passes with special pricing
for seniors, families and students. For pass holder rates and age requirements, click here.
Please note that recreational swim
is separate from a recreation pass and includes an
additional fee. Anyone entering the aquatics area
is considered part of the
regulated
capacity and must pay the Aquatics Pass admission. |
Click here to download our current activities brochure!
Family Happenings
- Family 3rd Annual Foothills After Hours
March 13, 8:30-10:30 p.m.
Join us as we open special areas of the Center for some after hours activities including Wii tournaments, ping pong, corn toss, music and access to the gymnasium, activity room and rock wall! Please wear gym shoes and gym attire. It’s for all ages, but those under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. $2 Resident / $3 Non-residents. Light refreshments will be served. Contact Darren at 623-930-4610 for more information.
Youth & Teen Happenings
- Youth/TEEN Game Nights at the Rec
Thursdays, 6-8th Grades at 6-7:30 p.m., 9-12th Grades at 7:30-9 p.m.
Join us for different games and tournaments, such as dodge ball or 3-on-3 basketball tournaments every Thursday evening, excluding holidays. Foothills Pass required for participation.
(Day Passes can be purchased at the front desk.)
No pre-registration required. Contact Darren at
623-930-4610 for more information.
Adult Happenings
- ADULT Points Based Poker League
Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m., beginning January 25. If you’re an avid fan of poker and can’t find a place to play or a beginner looking for a relaxed environment to learn the game, join us for this recreational 9-week league that includes 8 regular season games and
an end-of-the-season tournament. Ages 18+. $15 Resident, $19 Non-resident. Fee covers cards,
chips and miscellaneous supplies. Questions? Call Manny at 623-930-4609.
Code of Conduct
The following Code of Conduct is applicable to all who visit or participate in center programs, services, and activities. As a pass holder, participant, or volunteer you must agree:
- To behave in a courteous and respectful manner towards others.
- To be respectful of the individual and cultural differences of others.
- To refrain from behavior, dress or language that is abusive, threatening, offensive, or disruptive to others.
- To respect the personal belongings of others and center property.
- To act honestly in relationships with others.
- To be responsible for your actions while using the facility or on the premises.
- To follow all written rules and guidelines as well as verbal direction by staff.
The Parks are Recreation director or designee is authorized to take all necessary steps to enforce this Code of Conduct. Failure to comply with this Code of Conduct may result in the suspension and/or revocation of your center privileges and forfeiture of paid fees.
Silver and Fit Program • Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center participates in the Silver and Fit Program. Individuals that are enrolled in Silver and Fit through participating health plans are able to select Foothills as their preferred recreation center. This entitles them to receive a pass (for the rock wall, walking/jogging track, lap swimming, racquetball, basketball & the fitness center) that remains activated until their health plan discontinues the program or the individual is no longer covered by the health plan.
 Fitness Center
The fitness center includes a variety of cardiovascular and strength training equipment and a warm up area. Click here for the Exercise Studio schedule. Available to all pass holders 15 years and older. A fitness attendant is on duty during all hours and will assist Pass Holders with questions and an orientation session. Teens ages 13-14 may participate when accompanied by a Recreation Pass holding parent or legal guardian AFTER successful completion of a required orientation session. The pass holding parent or legal guardian must be present in the fitness center during all 13-14 year old use. The fitness center is open during all regular facility hours. Personal training and nutrition counseling is available for an additional fee.
Gymnasium
The gymnasium is a regulation-size court with six individual basketball hoops allowing multiple games simultaneously. The gym also converts into two regulation volleyball courts or four regulation badminton courts. Open play specified as “recreational” may not include organized practices/drills. Check the gym schedule for your favorite open recreation time. For safety, all gym users must wear closed-toe/heel tennis shoes. Wheeled tennis shoes may not be substituted. To help you stay hydrated, water is the only beverage that may be brought into the gymnasium. Other beverages and food items such as sunflower seeds, snacks, gum, etc. may be consumed in the Activity Room or café area. Individuals ages 9 and older may use the gym without additional supervision.
Racquetball Courts (3 available)
Use of the racquetball courts is included with a Recreation Pass. An individual, duo, trio or group may make one reservation per day. Reservations may be made seven days in advance by monthly and annual pass holders. Day Pass holders may ask for court availability as a walk-in participant only and cannot make advance reservations. The racquetball courts may be reserved by anyone 15 years or older. Racquetball leagues are offered throughout the year. Ask at the Front Desk for the next available league. Goggles are required for anyone under 18 years and available at the Fitness Desk. Individuals ages 13-14 may play racquetball upon successful completion of an orientation session. A Recreation Pass holding adult must accompany youth 12 and younger during all court use. For reservations, call 623-930-4624.
 Walking and Jogging Track
Walk or jog in climate-controlled comfort as part of the Recreation Pass. Pass Holders ages 13 or older may use this area. Youth 12 years or younger must be accompanied by a responsible individual at least 16 years. Walkers with strollers may use the outside lane. Sprinting, speed walking or walking side-by-side with strollers is not allowed. Toddlers must remain in the stroller at all times. Athletic shoes with closed toes and heels, shirts and shorts or pants are required during use. The daily track direction is designated by a sign near the entrance. Lap counters may be checked out at the Fitness Desk for tracking laps. No shoes with wheels allowed on the track.
 Rock Climbing Wall
Included for Recreation Pass holders. Orientations are provided for all climbers during open hours. Climbers may be subject to minimum or maximum weight restrictions. Waivers are mandatory for all climbers. Please call 623-930-4600 for hours.
| Turtle Club Rates (per child): |
| |
Resident Rates |
Non-Resident Rates |
| 1 hour |
$2.50 |
$3.00 |
| 1.5 hours |
$3.75 |
$4.50 |
| 2 hours |
$5.00 |
$6.00 |
Turtle Club
The Turtle Club is a child-care program for children ages 2-9. Adults participating in programs/activities at the Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center may use this service for an additional fee. Participants with children in the Turtle Club must remain on site
at all times. Staff is not responsible for giving out bottles or changing diapers. Food is not allowed in the Turtle Club. A 10-hour or 20-hour Turtle Club Pass may be purchased. Turtle Club Passes are non-refundable. There is a 10-minute ‘grace’ period for picking up your child(ren) before an additional ½ hour charge is assessed. Call for hours of operation. Turtle Club rates:
 Activity Room
The Activity Room is open to the public free of charge. The Activity Room includes billiards, ping pong, arcade games, big screen TV, game tables and air hockey. Youth 8 years old and younger must be accompanied by a responsible individual 16 years of age or older. The responsible individual must stay in the Activity Room during all use. Youth
9 years or older, may use the Activity Room without additional supervision.
Aquatic Center
 The outdoor Aquatics Center consists of a heated, competitive lap pool, lazy river, diving well, two slides, leisure pool with zero depth entry, aquatic playground and concessions that operates during the summer. Year-round lap swimming and aquatics fitness classes are available. The Aquatics Center offers recreational swimming, swim lessons, swim and dive teams and special events. An Aquatics Pass (seasonal) is required for entrance and recreation swimming and is not included as part of the Foothills Recreation Pass. Passes are only valid for the summer they are purchased. The pool deck is a “Gum Free Zone.” A handout of all pool rules is available at the Front Desk. All individuals on the pool deck must have an aquatic admission pass. Each individual is counted as part of the Maricopa County regulated “maximum capacity” whether swimming or watching.
Activities/Events
Program offerings requiring a fee may include self-enrichment classes, workshops, special
events, sport leagues, personal training, and the Turtle Club. Some recreational offerings and special events are free of charge. The Activity Room and Lobby are also free of charge but may not be used for private parties, events, or organized gatherings. Rental spaces are available for parties, events, or organized gatherings.
Having a Party? A Meeting?
You can rent portions of this facility. Click here for information
Foothills Recreation and Aquatics Center Employment Application
AQUATICS CENTER
Click Here for rates, times, days and programs |
| Year-round, scheduled lap swimming is included in the recreation pass privileges, but public swimming, from mid-May to Labor Day, requires a separate pass purchase. For public swimming, aquatics passes are required to enter the Aquatics Center area. Daily passes are available. |
• Lazy river
• Aquatic playground
• 2 giant slides |
• Heated, competitive lap pool
• Diving well with two diving boards
• Leisure pool with zero depth entry |
• Concession area
• Party space
• Shaded deck space |
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