General Information
General Information
Fall 23
‘Say Cheese’ Photo Policy
Photographs taken by any city of Clearwater department
at city programs and events are often used in presentations,
social media, display boards, flyers, brochures and city
publications. If you do not wish to have your picture or a
family member’s picture taken, please let the photographer
know in advance.
Scholarships and Financial Assistance
A primary objective of the Recreation Programming
Division is to offer a broad range of programming to
residents and visitors. Programs need to be accessible to
all, regardless of economic status. Fee assistance is available
to Clearwater residents for staff-led programs. More
information about fee assistance is available by asking the
manager at any recreation facility.
City Holidays
All recreation facilities will be closed on observed city
holidays unless otherwise noted.
Non-Resident Youth Co-Sponsor Card/Family Card
These cards are good only for participating in the following
recreational youth co-sponsored sport leagues:
Blazin Ravenz
Clearwater Basketball Club
Clearwater Chargers Recreational Soccer Program
Clearwater Jr. Tornadoes
Clearwater Little League
Countryside Jr. Cougars
Countryside Little League
Greenwood Panthers
The cost is $120 plus tax.
Safety Harbor Resident Youth Athletic Card
Safety Harbor residents can purchase a youth athletic card
for $7.49. The card can be used only to participate in
Clearwater Chargers Soccer, Countryside Junior Cougars,
Clearwater Junior Tornadoes and Greenwood Panthers.
Proof of Safety Harbor residency is required.
Non-Resident Disabled Veteran Discount
A discount is available based on the percentage of disability;
documentation from the Veterans Administration must be
provided. No family benefit is provided.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The city complies with ADA. If you require special
assistance to participate in a program, please contact the
facility supervisor prior to the activity. All reasonable
accommodations will be made. If you have a concern about
a city facility, call 562-4884.
Credit Cards
The Clearwater Parks & Recreation Department accepts
credit cards and debit cards (MasterCard and Visa).
Cash
The Clearwater Parks & Recreation Department does not
accept cash as payment.
Refund Policy
All refund requests are subject to administration approval.
Allow four to six weeks for refunds to be processed.
Recreation Programs or Activities Refunds
Requests for refunds must be received in writing 10 business
days prior to the start of the program. A $10 processing
fee will be charged, or you can receive a 100 percent credit
toward another program. No refunds will be issued after the
program begins, except for documented* medical reasons.
*A medical form signed by a doctor stating the individual
is unable to participate for the remainder of the program
will entitle the individual to a prorated refund from date
of notification or credit toward another program. Please
notify staff as soon as possible of any medical reason for
withdrawal.
Recreation Cards/Refunds
Recreation cards will not be refunded after 10 business days
from date of issue. Requests for refunds must be submitted
in writing with the card or pass attached. A $10 processing
fee will be deducted from all refunds.
Open Swim/Open Skate Refunds
If the city must close a pool or skate park unexpectedly,
participants who have been at the facility for less than an
hour may be given a rain check for another visit.
Online Registration
Existing Clearwater Parks & Recreation customers can
register online for swim lessons and pool team programs. To
get started, visit myclearwater.com/parksrec. User ID is your
telephone number without spaces or dashes. Your password
is your household’s last name. Currently, online registration
is not offered for most daily programs. Patrons interested in
taking a daily class must check-in and pay for the class at the
front desk on the day of the class.
Play Safe…Be Safe!
The city of Clearwater assumes no responsibility for personal
injury or loss of personal property while visitors use city
facilities or participate in recreation activities. Be aware of
safety factors regarding your own physical limitations, and
use common sense when participating in leisure activities. If
you notice a safety hazard or potential risk, please notify staff
or call 562-4800.
Disclaimer
Although the Parks & Recreation Department and the
city of Clearwater have made every effort to ensure that
the information in this magazine was correct at press time,
all activities, dates, times, fees, etc. are subject to change or
cancellation.