Now Hiring | Gym Recreation Worker II

We're excited to expand our public programming at the Marie Drake and Floyd Dryden gyms, and we're looking for Recreation Worker IIs to provide on-site support to the community. This position is for someone with great customer service skills who enjoys working with the public. Recreation Workers will oversee daily operations and help with facility upkeep, as well as assist with public programming, youth sports, and private rentals at both gyms. Learn more about the position and apply here.

Parent & Tot Ice Skating Lessons | September 27

Parent & Tot Ice Skating Lessons are for children aged 5 and younger and their parent or guardian, during which they will learn the basics: falling and getting up, marching, snowplow stops, and getting comfortable on the ice. Lessons begin on September 27 and are held every other Sunday from 2:45 to 3:45 p.m. Visit the Treadwell Ice Arena calendar for the full schedule. Registration opens at noon on the Monday prior to each lesson, and there are only 20 spots available. The cost is $16 plus tax, which covers the child and adult. It also includes the rentals and helmets that are required on the ice. Dress warm!

Start Smart Sports Registration | September 14

Registration for Start Smart Sports (ages 3-5) opens Monday, September 14 at noon. Kids work one-on-one with an adult to learn basic skills like kicking, dribbling, throwing, batting, and agility. Adults are active participants in the program.

Start Smart Sports sessions will be held on Wednesdays from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Floyd Dryden Gymnasium. Sessions begin on September 7 and will run through October 12. The program costs $45 plus tax and includes a T-shirt. Scholarships are available; the form must be filled out by September 11.

Lifeguard Certification Class at DPAC

Juneau Pools is offering a lifeguard course in October 2026 where participants will earn an American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification that is valid for two years. Classes will be held from October 1 through 4 at the Dimond Park Aquatic Center, and a pre-course is required. Registration is open now and closes on September 25 at 8 a.m.

The class fee is $250 for general participants, but free for those who apply for a lifeguard position at Juneau Pools during the course. There are currently multiple permanent, benefited positions available offering 30+ hours per week. View job opportunities and apply online.

Family Fun Night | September 11

The first Family Fun Night of the season is at the Dimond Park Field House on September 11, from 5 to 6:30 p.m.! In partnership with Southeast Childhood Collective, this free event is held on select Fridays. It's a great opportunity for children ages 0-6 to run and play indoors as daylight hours shorten and cooler weather sets in. There will be a variety of toys set up, and no registration is required! Please note that track access is not included, and older siblings are not permitted.

New Programming at Marie Drake | September 14

We are excited to offer a new public program called Open Gym, which will begin on September 14. Open Gym provides a space for all ages to enjoy drop-in pickleball, ping-pong, cornhole, and more. It will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Marie Drake gym. The cost is $6 per person.

Pickleball at Floyd Dryden Gym | September 8

Open Pickleball at the Floyd Dryden Gym begins on September 8 and runs through April 30, 2027. It will be held from 12 to 3 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 3 to 6 p.m. on Saturdays. The cost is $6 per person.

Preschool Open Gym at Marie Drake

Preschool Open Gym will be back on September 8, now at Marie Drake! Children ages 6 months to 6 years old can run and play on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., through April 30, 2027. Preschool Open Gym is $6 per child, with no charge for parents and guardians or infants under 6 months old. We will accept Turf for Tots passes and 10-visit or monthly passes. This facility is closed on holidays.

Adair Kennedy Tennis and Pickleball Courts Now Open

The Adair Kennedy courts near Floyd Dryden are now open following resurfacing, restriping, and the installation of three new sets of net posts. The courts now feature two dedicated pickleball courts and one shared court with one tennis and two pickleball courts. Players will need to bring their own pickleball nets on the shared court.

Si't Tuwan Park Closed for Renovation

Si't Tuwan Park in the Valley is currently closed to the public as renovation work continues. Updates include new playground equipment, basketball improvements, drainage improvements, new play surfacing, and enhanced lighting throughout the site. For the safety of yourself and others, please respect the park closure and avoid all construction equipment until the project is complete and the park has reopened.

Replacement of Cope Park Water Utility Pump Station

Construction on a new water pump station at Cope Park is underway now and is expected to wrap up by early 2027. Cope Park will remain open throughout the project. The access road will be open to pedestrians the entire time, though vehicle traffic may be reduced to one lane periodically and briefly closed during certain construction activities. The 7th Street stair access will not be affected. Park users should follow all traffic control signs and flaggers and stay alert for construction equipment in the area.

Read the full release here.