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| City of Roswell P.O. Drawer 1838 Roswell, NM 88202-1838 (505) 624-6700 Fax: 624-6889 |
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Recreation |
| City of Roswell P.O. Drawer 1838 Roswell, NM 88202-1838 (505) 624-6700 Fax: 624-6889 |
The City of Roswell Recreation Department would like to invite you and your family to become an active part of the community by participating in one or more of the many available recreational opportunities in Roswell beginning this Spring. We wish to work with you in order to provide the best programs possible.
(505) 624-6720 1101
West 4th (Cahoon Park)
P.O. Drawer 1838
Roswell, NM 88202
Fax: (505)624-6889
E-Mail: recreate@dfn.com / E-Mail: parks@dfn.com
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Recreation WebSite: Roswell-USA.com/city/rec
(505) 624-6764
1101 West 4th (in Cahoon Park)
Roswell, NM 88201
(505) 624-6718 807 N. Missouri
Roswell, NM 88201
Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 11:30 noon-4:30 p.m.
Evenings: 6:30-10:30 p.m.
(505) 622-9506 612 West 8th
Roswell, NM 88201
Call for Hours of Operation/tee times
(505) 624-6760 College
& N. Atkinson
Roswell, NM 88201
Daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Rides will be open the weekend of Easter
(505) 624-6719 500 S. Richardson
Roswell, NM 88201
8:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. - Varies
Come to the Yucca Recreation Center and learn how to make
your own homemade kite. In the afternoon all participants will go to the Cielo
Grande Soccer Complex for high flying fun.
Date: Thurs. March 29, 2026
Time: 9:00 - 11:00 AM at Yucca
1:00 - 3:00 PM at Cielo Grande Soccer Complex (College & Montana)
Come to Spring River Park and Zoo for the city’s largest egg hunt. Prizes and giveaways will be given out and there is no charge for the event. The age groups for the hunt are: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8 & 9-10. The train and carousel will be running from 11:00 - 12:00 PM for great family entertainment. Date: April 14-Gates open at 9:45AM- Hunt begins at 10:00 AM. "Everyone comes out a winner"
This event consists of a non-competitive walk/run. For more information contact Anna Pabst 623-9625.
Spring River Park & Zoo - Contact Marilyn Reed American Cancer Society 623-0339
Susan Moore 622-6510 ext. 144
This event consists of a 2 mile walk, 2 mile run, & a 10K walk and 10K run. For more information contact Bob Edwards, Roswell Runners Club 627-5507.
This event consists of 5K Run with 2 shooting stops - All equipment is provided with awards for all ages. The total distance is 5k and the total shots made is 10. A .22 rifle is used, does not kick back and is easy to shoot. Free pre-race clinic is required & t-shirts are provided. The cost will be $15.00 for those pre-registering until May 9th. After May 9th, the cost will be $18.00. Registration forms at Rec. Dept. - 1101 W. 4th.
In an effort to help promote fitness in the community, a series of fun and fitness runs/walks have been scheduled for this summer. Meet at the Cielo Grande Recreation Area (College & Montana) at 8:00 a.m. An emphasis on proper warm-up, exercise, and cool down will be given to enhance total fitness. The distances (from 1-6 miles) can be walked or jogged. T-shirts to everyone who participates on 4 of the seven dates. May 19, June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, Aug. 11 There will be a one time registration fee of $5.00. A speaker will be on hand to give an informational talk.
Area youth participate in track and field events at the Wool Bowl. Open to ages 6-14 Date: May 15. For more information call Damian Cheatem, Recreation Leader II - 624-6720.
The Yucca Recreation Center is a recreational center that is used mainly by the youth of the community. Programs are scheduled to reflect the growing needs in the community
Children ages 5 - 13 can come to the Yucca
Recreation Center on school vacation days. There will be supervised games,
sports, and field trips for different age groups throughout the day. Bring a
sack lunch or money to buy lunch from the concession stand.
Cost: $6.00 for first child and $5.00 for 2nd child. Daily 7:45 -
5:30 PM.
The Vacation Fun Program is in effect for all in-service days. 7:45-5:30PM / $6
DAILY
The children are supervised and participate in educational and recreational activities. Cost $2 per child per day. It is our commitment to make this program fun, exciting & educational for your child.
| Mon. Tues. Thurs. & Fri. Wed. |
3:00 - 5:30 PM 2:00 - 5:30 PM |
For those families that are Home Schooling their children - this is the class for you. The Home School P.E. Program is designed to fill the need for a structured physical education program for all school age children who are enrolled in the Home School Program. Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:15 - 2:15PM - Cost $10.00 mth. per child. Instructor: Jack Batson
Join us for a day of fun, exercise & play
June 19, 2025 Biking in Lincoln Natl. Forest
June 23, 2025 Mountain Biking
Aug. 7, 2001 Mescalero Sands
Cost: Varies
Come learn the rules of the road and bike maintenance tips. Free to the public and open to all ages. Date: July 13th Time:9:00AM
A group that gets together and runs, rides bikes or swims & encourages each other. Enter them in local competitions (runs, swims, biathlons, duathlons, and triathlons) Mon.- Ride bikes; Wed.-Run; Fri.-Swim laps - Instructor: Sara Hall
This is the 2nd Year of the Swim Team and applicants must have strong swimming skills to participate. Registration will be held May 29-June1st. Cost:$15.00 - (Includes Shirt, Transportation, Awards) Coach: Sara Hall
The youth of Roswell will have the opportunity to continue in soccer year round and keep up their skills. Boys & Girls Age Groups: 6-8; 9-10; 11-12; & 13-14 $70.00 per team -Birth Certificate Required Registration Deadline: May 25. Games Start: June 11 - Coordinator: Mary Beardsley
Youth will learn important life skills. Topics include juvenile delinquency, gangs, substance abuse, etc. No Cost. Mondays - 3:30 -4:30 PM. Open to youth over the age of 8. Instructor: Linda Ray- Counseling Associates, Inc.
A special time for little ones to explore all those fun mess projects parents avoid at home! Tots will experiment with things like paper mache, plaster, glue, paint & chalk. Tues:10:00 am Cost: $10 Instructor: Patricia Melendez
Preschoolers will develop strength,
flexibility, coordination listening skills, and social skills through the use of
basic tumbling and gymnastics. Saturday 10:00-10:30 a.m. Cost: $15.00 month.
Instructor: Aimee Williams Griffin
Kids will learn beginning tumbling
(cartwheels, handstands, forward rolls, handsprings, etc.) Cost: $15.00 month
Saturdays 10:30am.-11:00 am.
Instructor: Aimee Williams Griffin
Youth can learn all the latest dance moves and choreography - great way to have fun. Ages 4-7: Tues. 6:00-6:30pm & Sat. 10:00am-10:30am $10.00 month. Ages 8-15yrs:Tues. 6:30-7:30pm & Sat. 10:30-11:30AM $15.00 mth. Instructor: Jeanette Hernandez
Plastic quarter scale models, aircraft, boats, etc. Ages: 9 to Adult. Time: 5:30-7:00p.m. Days: Mondays & Thursdays. Cost: $10.00 month (furnish own snap on or glue model) Instructor: Mark Granado
Learn the beautiful art of Mexican folk
dancing. New students accepted in September and January. Instructor: Frank
Herrera
Tues.
Beginning I (children) 6:00 - 6:45 PM
Wed Beginning
Adult - 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Cost: $10/mth + tax (1 hr wk) $20/mth+tax (2 hr wk)
A youth Mariachi Group has been formed for area youth-grade school college age who are interested with a Mariachi Group. S.O.Y. (Saving Our Youth) purpose is to give local youth an opportunity to learn new music. Mon.6:00-7:00PM Tues.6:00-8:00 PM.
The 8th Annual Teen Leadership Roswell Workshop will be held March 16-17. The Leadership Roswell Alumni Association sponsors to provide experiences, knowledge and skills that develop leadership capabilities. Thirty will be chosen from the Roswell Area. It will be a two day program that will take place at a ropes course and the Yucca Recreation Center. A class project will be selected. Cost will be $25.00 & scholarships may be available. Contact Shirley Williams at 624-6719.
Study for High School Diploma equivalency
exam and/or office skills. Mon.-Fri. 8:30-12:30/12:30-4:30 PM Age:17 & up
Aug.-Dec.- Free
Instructors: Lorraine Peach & Ida Lopez
Learn the basics of the English Language and Grammar. Mon- Thurs. 8:30 AM-12:00 PM. March thru May. Free / Instr: Aurelia (Lala) Ginanni
Come, bout and learn a new skill or improve your technique with trained instructors who have competed on the national level. Ages:15 years & up. Mon. & Thurs.6:30-8:30pm $5 for Bouting / $25 Monthly- Instructor: Mr. Jan A. Olesinski
Come learn the basics of tennis. Mon. Weds.& Fri. 7:30-8:30 PM. Instructor: Del Carmona
Names are being taken for a class is being formed that will teach the basics of safety and self defense for women. It will be held in the evenings. If interested leave name and phone at 624-6719.
Learn all the latest steps & newest line dancing techniques. Tuesdays 7:30- 9:00PM class. Cost: $2.00 per session Instructors: Paul Smith & Louise Montageu
Come learn steps for the waltz, fox trot, and many other favorites. Thurs. 7:00-9:00PM Cost: $1 per session. Instructor: Doris Price
Learn the Electric Slide, Cowboy Raggae, etc. All Ages Thursdays 7:00-9:00PM or Sat: 10:00-12:00 PM Cost: $20.00. Instructor: Mike Seurer
8:00AM-12:00PM Learn the art of pouring and painting ceramics. Cost: $15.00 Instructor: Donna Franco (Minium of 5 students)
Learn how to draw more than a simple stick figure. It’s absolutely amazing what you’ll be able to do with a pencil, colored pencils, pen, scratchboard, and some paper. Use your creativity & learn to draw. Class limit 10- Weds. 3:00-4:00 PM - Cost $10.00
Start your year off right by attending Aerobics. Floyd Bell combines step aerobics, & floor work.
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Mon. & Weds. |
6:00 - 6:45 AM 5:30 - 6:30 PM 6:30 - 7:30 PM |
$1.50 per class / $10.00 per month 2 times a
week $12.50 per month 3 times a week
$17.50 per month 4 times a week
Get back in shape slowly. Easy to follow low stress aerobic moves for cardiovascular, strength and flexibility training. Mon. Weds. Fri. 4:30 - 5:15 PM) $12.50 per month. Instructor: Laurie Jerge / Asst. Instructor: Heidi Sims
This non-contact aerobic conditioning class is for young ladies (ages 13-19). It strengthens & tones all muscles, improves flexibility, coordination, increases metabolism for burning calories, and enhances each participant’s level of self esteem and confidence. Tues. & Thurs.6:00-7:00 PM Cost: $5 a class. Last Class April 26, 2001. Instructor: Misty Gramse
Adults are invited to walk inside the gymnasium daily from 8:00 to 5:00 PM. March 1-May 1 - Free
Saturdays 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (Unless previously scheduled) March 1- May 1 - $1.00
The Yucca Recreation Center is hosting a 4 on 4 Flag Football League. The roster will have 6 on a team. The ages are 13-15, 16-18, 19-27, 28-40, and 41-Up Men’s, women’s and co-ed. The cost per team is $100. Registration deadline March 9th. Games Start March 14th . Coordinator: Lisa Schanck
The 20th Annual Pecos Valley Stampede will be held Sat. March 24th with a ½ Marathon run, 10K run, 2 mile run & 2 mile walk at Cahoon Park . Entry fee is $20.00 if received by March 13th, then it becomes $25.00. For info. call 627-5507.
Come join our organized league for ages 13 and over. There will be Powerball, Competitive and Recreational divisions. Spring Volleyball League registration runs from March 1-March 14-Season start March 19th. Cost is $130 per team
Three-on-three sand volleyball tournament that is held in conjunction with Party on the Pecos - May 5. Sponsored by the Roswell Community League & Yucca Recreation Center. Co-Ed 4 on 4 Tourney A & B Divisions Cahoon Park Courts 8:00am Deadline for Entry: April 27,2026 - $80.00 Limit of 14 Teams. All Entries Receive T-Shirts. Awards to 1st-3rd Place.
Society of Creative Anachronism - 1st
Mon. of month
Eastern Star Masons - 1st and 3rd Sat. of the Month
Masons meets 2nd Saturday of the Month
March 23-April 9, Spring Classes start April 9th. New Class Offerings are: Watercolor, Drawing Open Studio, Hawaiian Dance, Tap, Folklorico, Spanish, Leather, Woodcarving and Woodworking, Investing, Line Dancing, Silversmithing, Open Studio, China Painting, Stain Glass, Acrylic and Drawing. A complete class schedule will be available in the office by March 15th. Classes open to all over the age of 18.
Bring ye self and a friend to the R.A.C. to celebrate the Irish holiday. FREE refreshments & entertainment.
The annual Hobby Show & Lifelong Scholars exhibit is a spectacular display of peoples hobbies, talents and collections. The Lifelong Scholars demonstrate with talent (dancing, ukulele, drama performances), and with samples of items made in the R.A.C. classes during the year: This is free & open to the public. Sat. March 24, 2026
Party on the PecosParks and Recreation - The Benefits are Endless...TM
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