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Concession
Permanent concessions are eligible for a contract of a year or more and generally have a permanent structure. The department currently manages 11 permanent concession contracts.
Facility Reservations
The Parks and Recreation Department's Office of Special Events coordinates reservations and filming requests at a number of facility and picnic sites within the Austin parks system. Contact the office at 512-974-6797 to set up a facility reservation
PARD uses GIS for asset and maintenance management, park planning and design, parkland dedication, community gardens, mowing schedules and locations, navigational features, forestry, historic resources and more.
Instructional Contractors at Recreation Facilities
The Department utilizes independent contract instructors to provide unique programming services at its recreational facilities.
Download your Independent Contract Instructor's Handbook to learn more about the process or download a Class Proposa
Memorial Bench Program
Commemorate a loved one or friend with a memorial bench in their favorite park. Each bench is installed on a concrete pad, with an affixed plaque with the wording of your choosing. Download Memorial Bench Application.
The Austin Parks and Recreation Department provides an online class schedule. You may search the site by location or by category and sort to find a particular program.
View the Pools and Splash Pads page to find the schedule of open dates and hours of operation for specific pools. View pool fees and rentals for information on daily fees, season passes and pool rentals.
Reserve Parkland for Commercial Use
The department has observed a growing demand for use of City parklands by a variety of private commercial entities. Download the Commercial Use of Dedicated Parkland Application. View frequently asked questions about commercial use o
Swimming Lessons and Instruction
Swim lessons are available for students ages 6 months to adult. Lifeguard training classes are available for persons 15 years of age and older, while water safety instructor training classes are available for persons 16 years of age or older who wish to apply to work for the Aquatic Division.
Contact the Aquatics Office at 512-974-9331 for more information.
The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) is fortunate to have volunteers who execute youth sports programs on behalf of the City. View the Youth Sports Austin website for information on available youth sports in the Austin area.
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