Gymnastics and Dance Programs

Tampa Parks and Recreation Department offers the highest quality recreational and competitive gymnastics and dance programs for ages 1-17 years old at two convenient locations, Wayne C. Papy Athletic Center and the New Tampa Recreation Center. We facilitate a relaxed and fun environment where every child will feel comfortable learning.

In addition to our extensive gymnastics and dance programs, we offer adult classes, birthday parties and outstanding summer day camps.

2010 Sessions Dates

Currently Enrolled in Progressive Classes Registration
March 22-27, 2010
May 16-22, 2010
July 18-24, 2010
September 19-25, 2010
December 5-11, 2010

Priority Registration Dates for City Residents*:
March 29 - April 2, 2010 for Summer Camps Only

(*Residents are any person whose legal address is located within the City of Tampa City limits. Not all Tampa addresses are within the City limits. Proof of residency is required and will be verified at the time of registration.)

Open Registration Dates
December 16, 2009 until full
April 5, 2010 until full
May 10, 2010 until full

How Do I Register?

Registration must be done in persona at either the Wayne C. Papy Athletic Center or the New Tampa Recreation Center. Be sure to bring two forms of identification if your a resident. Approved documentation includes:

Current City of Tampa Utility Bill, which includes residential garbage charges;
Phone, gas, or electric bill,
Voter registration card,
Bank statement, government check, pay check, and/or official government document that contains the pre-printed name and City of Tampa address of the participant.
Proof that you reside at the address such as a Florida Driver�s License or Florida Identification Card.
Complete the Proof of Residency Form
Complete the Registration Forms

Rec Cards

A Rec Card is required to participate in all programs and activities offered by the City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department, including youth sports. Additionally, the Rec Card entitles the holder to use of open gym, fitness rooms and computer lab at community centers. Materials and supplies, memberships, camps, clinics, lessons, classes, and/or instructor-led programs are not included.

How Much Does a Rec Card Cost?

A family is defined as a maximum of two adults and dependent children under 18 years old residing in same household.

Rec Card	Resident	Non-Resident
Individual	$15.00/year	$115.00/year
Family	$50.00/year	$450.00/year
Single Day Guest Pass	$10.00/day

Taxes paid by City of Tampa residents and property owners help pay the cost of maintenance and operations of city facilities. Non-resident fees help share these costs.

How can we help? Use the Customer Service Center for the following inquiries.

Tampa Gym and Dance - Use this service for Tampa Gym and Dance Program general inquiries.

Tampa Gym and Dance Interest List Sign Up Form - Use our interest list form to add your child's name to the interest list.
Please Note: Due to the large volume of calls we receive, we are unable to return calls in regards to status. You will only be contacted by mail, email or phone by staff when your name comes up on the list.

Parks and Recreation - Use this service for general information or to inquire about programs and services available through Tampa Parks and Recreation Department.

2010 Sessions Dates

Please note: At this time all of our classes are full. To be added to our interest list, please use the Customer Service Center. Please note your request will remain on our upcoming interest list for 12 months from this date.

Rec Cards

How can we help? Use the Customer Service Center for the following inquiries.