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About the WHRCC:

Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center (WHRCC)
801 Avenue T NE
Winter Haven, Florida

(863)291-5675

Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center is located in Winter Haven's northeast community. The facility has two lighted youth baseball/softball fields, an indoor gymnasium, lighted outdoor basketball courts, a 25-meter pool, physical conditioning facilities (both free weights and machines), a meeting room, kitchen facility, a game room and a conference room. This facility offers numerous activities for youth and adults including after-school and summer youth programs, a community youth band program and rental opportunities.

The Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center pool is open in the summer from mid-May through Labor Day. Programs offered include open swimming from 1 - 5 p.m. seven days a week and swim lessons. The pool is ‘L’ shaped, measuring 25 yards x 25 meters.


Hours of Operation:

Monday through Friday
8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Saturday
Noon - 7 p.m.

Sunday
Closed

Please click on the flyers below for information on upcoming programs, classes and events.

                       School's Out Camp                                            Youth Recreation Board

                        Swim Lessons                                                   Free Swim Lessons

Summer Programs:

Summer Fun at the Rec
Summer camp is here!  Enjoy days of games, sports, guest speakers, crafts, swimming and more!  Camp is for city of Winter Haven residents only.

Dates: June 18 - August 10

Day: Monday - Friday

Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Ages: 6 - 13

Fee: $80 Resident per child

All 4 Teens
A safe place for teens to come meet new friends and enjoy fun activities, down time for socializing, theme nights, creative cooking and dancing.

Dates: June 19 - August 10

Day: Tuesday and Friday

Time: 6 - 9 p.m.

Ages: 13 - 17

Fee: Free

Exercise Programs:

Zumba
Zumba combines Latin rhythm with easy-to-follow dance moves to create a one-of-a-kind, total body workout.

Day: Wednesday

Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Ages: 15 and up

Fee: $5/class or $20/5 classes Resident

        $6/class or $30/5 classes Non-resident

Fitness Center
Come take advantage of the fitness center at Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center. The facility has two fitness rooms, one that features free weights and the other features weight machines, which are great for the novice fitness enthusiast. Staff is on site to assist if help is needed with the machines.

Open Gym Basketball
Come play pick up basketball. Gym availability is based on programming.

Fee: Free

Youth Programs:

After School Program
Transportation is provided upon request to the following schools: Garner Elementary, Brigham Academy and Elbert Elementary. Our program provides after school homework assistance, and recreational activities.

Dates: Every school day

Time: 3-5:30 p.m.

Ages: K-8th grade

Fee: $20/month resident, $30/month non-resident

School's Out Camp
No place to send your child when school is out?  Send them to Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center!  WHRCC provides supervised fun during public school holidays and teacher work days. There will be arts and crafts, educational activities, sports, games, music and more.  The children will have a blast and the price can't be beat.  You may register at any time during the school year. Participants must bring their own lunch and snacks.

Dates: May 28

Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Ages: K-8th grade

Fee: $5/day Resident

        $10/day Non-resident 

Youth Recreation Board
Participants will meet to discuss issues, plan events for their age group and get involved in the community.

Dates: Last Saturday of each month
Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Ages: 10-17 years old
Fee: Free


Kids Night of Fun
Bring your child to WHRCC for an evening of fun!  They will enjoy games, activities and refreshments while you can leave and enjoy an evening to yourself. 

Date: May 11, July 13
Time: 6 - 9 p.m.
Ages: 6-13 years old
Fee: $5/day Resident

        $10/day Non-resident

Pool Information:

Swim Lessons
Evening registration will be held at the South Entrance of the Chain O' Lakes Complex.  Day registration will be in the Aquatics office.  Lessons are Monday - Friday.

Fee: $35 Resident, $50 Non-resident

Session I: June 11 - 22

Time: 9:15, 10 a.m.

Registration: May 30              6 - 7 p.m.

                   May 31 -June 1  10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Session II: June 25 - July 6

Time: 9:15, 10 a.m.

Registration: June 20             6 - 7 p.m.

                   June 21 - 22      10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Session III: July 9 - 20

Time: 9:15, 10 a.m.

Registration: July 3             6 - 7 p.m.

                   July 5 - 6        10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Session IV: July 23 - August 3

Time: 9:15, 10 a.m.

Registration: July 18              6 - 7 p.m.

                   June 19 - 20      10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Free Swim Lessons
Free swim lessons will be offered during the summer. Participants must be registered daily by a parent or guardian

Ages: All

Session I: May 21 - 25

Session II: July 23 - 27

Time: 6 - 7 p.m. (daily registration begins at 5:30 p.m.)