Recreational facilities set to reopen to the public on May 12

PALM SPRINGS — With COVID-19 cases decreasing throughout Riverside County, the city of Palm Springs is pleased to announce that indoor operation of recreational facilities will reopen to the public on Wednesday, May 12, based on 25% reduced capacity state guidelines.

Hours of operation will be Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. at the following facilities:

The following services will be offered with reservations required:

  • Computer lab at Desert Highland Unity Center, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Fitness Center at Demuth and Desert Highland Unity Center, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. One-hour sessions. Reservations required.
  • Indoor pickleball singles play at Demuth Community Center, 9 a.m. – noon. 30-minute sessions. Reservations required. Space is limited.
  • Indoor pickleball singles play at Desert Highland Unity Center, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 30-minute sessions. Reservations required. Space is limited.

Table tennis at Demuth Community Center, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Reservations required.

Additional classes resuming at Desert Highland Unity Center include the following:

  • Afterschool Homework & Tutoring
  • Mature Adult Program
  • Youth Encouragement Program
  • Drill team and Drum Squad
  • Dance

Walk-ins for fitness center and pickleball are discouraged because of limited space.

For more information about classes, programs and to make reservations, visit palmspringsca.gov and click on Parks and Recreation.

Image Sources

  • James-O. Jessie: City of Palm Springs