• Alcohol Use At City Facillities/Parks
• Aquatics Center Programs - William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center
• Athletic Field Reservations
• Athletics Facilities
• Basketball - Adult Leagues
• Bommer Canyon
• Bounce Houses at City Community Parks
• Class Instructors - Class Proposal/Advertising
• Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park
• Dance Classes
• Deerfield Community Park
• Facility Rental Fees
• Facility Reservations
• Fitness Classes
• Game Schedules - Adult Leagues
• Golf Lessons
• Harvard Skate Park
• Heritage Park
• Hiking
• Ice Skating Lessons
• Lap Swimming
• League Game Standings - Adult
• League Registration Dates - Adult
• Mountain Bike Rides
• MUDD LINE Rainy Day Field Closures
• Nature Center
• Northwood Community Park
• Open Space Preserve - South Access
• Open Space Programs
• Park Restrooms
• Parks and Recreation Information
• Parks and Recreation Volunteers
• Picnic Area Reservations
• Program Registration
• Public Park Inventory/Amenities
• Soccer - Adult Leagues
• Softball - Adult Leagues
• Swim Lessons
• Swimming Pools
• Tennis Courts
• Tennis Program
• Triathlon Classes
• Turtle Rock Community Park
• University Community Park
• Water Aerobics

Alcohol Use At City Facillities/Parks

Alcohol is allowed in certain City facilities and at parks available for reservation. An Alcohol Permit, ABC License, Security, Insurance, and a Certified Bartender may be required. An alcohol use fee will also apply. For further information on these items, call Facilities Reservations at (949) 724-6620.

Aquatics Center Programs - William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center

The William Woollett Aquatics Center, located at 4601 Walnut in Heritage Park, is the host to a variety of activities offered through a combined effort of the City of Irvine and various competitive/ recreational aquatic clubs.  For more information about the specific programs please call or visit:

Athletic Field Reservations

Athletics Facilities

Basketball - Adult Leagues

Adult Basketball Leagues are forming; call today to register!  The Community Services Department is proud to offer one of the most successful adult Basketball Leagues in Southern California.  For more details click on the link below, then select basketball.
 

Bommer Canyon

Bommer Canyon is a rustic, former Cattle Camp and a wonderful setting for special events such as parties, company picnics, weddings, family reunions and campouts.  The fifteen-acre facility includes picnic-tables sheltered by a lush sycamore canopy, a covered stage area, a barbeque pit, a large Chuck Wagon suitable for food preparation and service, a sand volleyball court, horseshoe pits, a fire ring, and lots of open space.  For availability, pricing information or to make a reservation call the City's Facility Reservations staff at (949) 724-6620. .  For general information or to schedule a walk-through of the facility please call the Nature Center at  (949) 724-6738, or visit our website at www.IrvineOpenSpace.org 

Bounce Houses at City Community Parks
A permit will be required to use an enclosed Bounce House in the City's community parks effective January 1, 2009. The Bounce House company must have a $1,000,000 commercial general liability insurance policy and list the City of Irvine as an "additional" insured. In some instances, the community park must be reserved. Neighborhood parks do not require permits, but restrictions may apply. Vehicles are not permitted to drive on park sites and Bounce Houses are not allowed to be set up on athletic fields. Access to an electrical outlet cannot be guaranteed. Portable generators may be used, but cannot be placed on the grass. Click to view current Bounce House information.

Class Instructors - Class Proposal/Advertising

Instructors seeking to teach classes in the City of Irvine on contract should call (949) 724-6610 for information and to receive a Contract Class Proposal.  For class advertising information, email brochure@ci.irvine.ca.us.

Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park
Softball and Soccer fields can be reserved by calling (949) 724-6661. 

Dance Classes

The City of Irvine offers dance classes throughout the year at various City facilities and also at private facilities throughout the City. Lessons are open to persons of all ages and skill levels and are taught by qualified dance instructors. Group classes are available for beginner, intermediate, and advanced dancers. Classes are 45 minutes to one hour each, for approximately four to twelve weeks. Classes are offered in a wide variety of styles, including: ballet, tap, Jazzercize, hip hop, aerobic, ballroom, swing, country and more. For registration information, contact the City of Irvine, Program Registration, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine, CA 92606 or call (949) 724-6610. To view class schedules and prices, visit our website at www.IrvineQuickReg.org.

Deerfield Community Park

Deerfield Community Park  boasts many amenities including sand volleyball courts, racquetball courts, an 18 hole Disc Golf course, tennis courts and  children's play areas. The recreation building, operated by Community Services staff, includes a small multipurpose room with an attached kitchen as well as a separate craft room.  The park is located at 55 Deerwood West near the corner of Irvine Center Drive and Deerwood, and is open from 9 AM to 9 PM Monday through Saturday and from Noon to 6 PM  on Sunday. Most of the amenities are free and open to the public; however, drop in picnics are limited to groups of fewer than 50. Rooms may be reserved through our Facility Reservation system by calling (949) 724-6620,  or for more information visit the website at: www.cityofirvine.org 

Facility Rental Fees

The City of Irvine utilizes six different categories to determine fees for rental of City facilities.  To determine the fees applicable to you or your organization, please review the Public Facilities Reservation and Fee Policy located on the City's website at: www.cityofirvine.org/depts/cs/facilityresv/policies_n_fees.asp , or contact Facility Reservations at (949) 724-6620.

Facility Reservations

Irvine's Public Facility Reservations Department is located at One Civic Center Plaza, Irvine, on the second floor in the Community Services suite. Operational hours are Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., closed every other Friday. Open Friday hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Community centers with various venues for birthday parties, anniversaries, weddings, reunions, social events, school functions, fundraisers, dances, and picnics are available for rental.  Advance reservations are required. For further information, call Facility Reservations at (949) 724-6620, or visit the City website at www.cityofirvine.org/depts/cs/facilityresv/default.asp.   

Fitness Classes

The City of Irvine offers fitness classes throughout the year at various City facilities and also at private facilities in Irvine and other local cities. Classes are open to citizens of all ages and skill levels and are taught by qualified fitness instructors. Group classes are available  for beginner, intermediate, and advanced level participants. Class prices vary and can be found on the City's website. Classes are 45 minutes to 1-1/2  hours long and last  approximately four to six weeks.  A wide variety of classes are offered including cardio, aerobics, Jazzzercise, marathon running, triathlon swimming, karate,and kickboxing. For registration information, contact the City of Irvine, Program Registration, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine, CA 92606 or call (949) 724-6610. To view class schedules, visit the internet at www.IrvineQuickReg.org 

Game Schedules - Adult Leagues

Golf Lessons
The City of Irvine offers golf lessons throughout the year at the Rancho San Joaquin Golf Learning Center located at 1 Ethel Coplen Way in Irvine. Rancho's lessons are open to citizens of all ages and are taught by qualified golf instructors. Group classes are available for beginner players.  Class prices vary and can be found in the City's website. Adult classes are 1-1/2 hours long and youth classes are one hour; both classes run for four weeks. Lessons focus on learning and polishing the basic skills of the set-up, the full swing, chipping, and putting. Range balls and clubs are provided as needed. For more information, contact the City of Irvine, Program Registration, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine, CA 92606 or call (949) 724-6610. To view class schedules, visit the internet at www.IrvineQuickReg.org 

Harvard Skate Park

Heritage Park

Heritage Park Community Center is located at 14301 Yale on the corner of Yale and Walnut. The Heritage Park Complex includes the Heritage Park Community Center, the William Wollett Jr. Aquatics Center, the Irvine Fine Arts Center, the Youth Programs Office, the Child Resource Center and athletic fields. Amenities available to the public include sand volleyball and racquetball courts, outdoor stage, soccer fields, tennis courts, lighted basketball courts, ball diamonds, three pools, two multi-use buildings, amphitheater, barbecues and picnic tables and a group picnic area. The Community Center houses a large multipurpose room and stage with an attached kitchen, a lounge, an arts and craft room, a band practice room, and a game room. 

Hiking

The City of Irvine's Open Space Section offers a number of guided hikes into the City's 2,137 acre Open Space Preserve - South. These hikes, led by a staff person or trained docent, provide participants with an opportunity to experience nature while learning about plants and animals.  Examples of the guided hikes include: birding programs, geology walks, cardio-hikes, sunset picnic hikes, full-moon hikes, and meditation hikes.  For more information please call (949) 724-6738, or visit our website at www.IrvineOpenSpace.org 

Ice Skating Lessons

The City of Irvine offers ice skating classes throughout the year at the Disney Ice Arena. The Arena is located at 300 West Lincoln in Anaheim. Lessons are available for Tots, Parent and Child, Youth and Adults and are taught by qualified instructors. All classes are beginner level and last 1/2 hour. Fee includes skate rentals, lesson, free practice on day of class and three additional skating passes to be used during the four-week session. For registration information, contact the City of Irvine, Program Registration, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine, CA 92606 or at (949) 724-6610. To view class schedules and fees, visit the internet at www.IrvineQuickReg.org 

Lap Swimming

The City of Irvine offers daily adult lap swimming at the William Woollett Junior Aquatics Center located at 4601 Walnut, in Heritage Park, and at the Northwood High School Aquatics Center located at 4515 Portola Parkway, at Northwood High School.  

League Game Standings - Adult

The standings for the City of Irvine's adult sports leagues are updated several times each season, at a minimum; however, staff typically have them updated and available for participants weekly. 

League Registration Dates - Adult

The City of Irvine offers several highly successful sports leagues operated by the City's Athletic Services.  Games are played on award-winning fields and in high school gymnasiums.   See below for a listing of the upcoming leagues and the league registration dates.

Mountain Bike Rides

The City of Irvine's Open Space Section offers guided mountain bike rides into the City's 2,137 acre Open Space Preserve - South. These rides, led by a staff person or trained docent, provide participants with an opportunity to enjoy the Open Space Preserve while experiencing a moderate to advanced ride of approximately eleven miles.  Participants must wear a helmet and possess above-average mountain biking skills.  Rides are recommended for ages 16 plus.  For more information please call (949) 724-6738,  or visit our website at www.IrvineOpenSpace.org 

MUDD LINE Rainy Day Field Closures

The City of Irvine's  "MUDD LINE" is a recorded phone message detailing the athletic fields that are open and closed due to rainy day weather.  The MUDD LINE also addresses closures to the Central Bark Dog Park.   Call the MUDD LINE  at (949) 724-6833 for an up-to-date account of the field conditions. 

Nature Center
The City of Irvine's Nature Center is located at the base of the San Joaquin Hills in Turtle Rock.  The center serves as a community resource for environmental education and serves as the headquarters for the Open Space staff and all open space programming.  Group tours of the five-acre preserve are offered on a reservation basis.  Other programs include the Kids and Nature nine-month environmental education and enrichment program for kindergarteners, Badge programs for scouts, pre-school nature classes, and volunteer opportunities.  For more information please call (949) 724-6738, or visit our website at www.IrvineOpenSpace.org  

Northwood Community Park

Northwood Community Park is operated and staffed by the City of Irvine Community Services Department. The Park boasts many amenities, including basketball half courts, an outdoor racquetball court, tennis courts, one softball field, shuffleboard decks, soccer fields, an outdoor fitness track, and one playground. The Community building houses a desirable multipurpose room with an attached kitchen as well as a separate craft room.  Northwood Community Park is located at 4531 Bryan Ave and is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Most of the areas are free and open to the public; however drop-in picnics are limited to groups of fewer than 50. Rooms and some picnic areas may be reserved through our Facility Reservation system at (949) 724-6620 or www.cityofirvine.org/depts/cs/classreg/default.asp.  

Open Space Preserve - South Access

The City of Irvine’s Open Space Preserve - South currently consists of 2,137 acres, and is made up of a mosaic of habitats including wetlands, oak woodlands, and coastal sage scrub and native grasslands. The area houses some of the most biologically diverse ecosystems in the world. This scenic land provides both preservation of critically important plants and wildlife, as well as an area for recreation and respite.  Over the next five years, the southern Open Space Preserve will grow to 4,000 acres.

Open Space Programs

The City's Open Space Services offers a variety of programs on a quarterly basis.  Our activities include guided interpretive hikes, campouts, birding programs, geology walks, cardio-hikes, sunset picnic hikes, full-moon hikes, scout badge programs, summer camps for children K-6th grade, and the nine-month Kids and Nature Environmental Education program offered at the Nature Center for kindergarten children.  For more information please call (949) 724-6738,  or visit our website at www.IrvineOpenSpace.org 

Park Restrooms

The City of Irvine provides and maintains restroom buildings at the majority of the City Parks.  Restroom buildings are opened and closed each day by Community Services staff. 

Parks and Recreation Information

There are a variety of opportunities to learn about park and recreation facilities and activities, including:  internet updates, the Irvine Quick Reg class regiistration website and various publications. The Irvine Community Services Classes and Activities Brochure, published four times a year, is the most comprehensive source for information regarding upcoming programs and activities. Copies of this publication can be obtained at the Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine, Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and alternating Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  The Brochure is also available at the various Community Park sites located throughout the City, local Irvine libraries and the two Irvine Senior Centers. Brochure information can also be downloaded from www.IrvineQuickReg.org  

Parks and Recreation Volunteers

Volunteers are always welcome in Community Services. We seek warm and enthusiastic people of all ages to volunteer for a few hours, for a special one-day event, or a few days per week to assist the Community Services Department and fellow citizens at the same time. The need for certain positions varies from season to season and year to year.  Individuals interested in volunteer opportunities can call (949) 724-6603 for additional information or view listings for Community Services Department programs and facilities by visiting the Internet at  www.ci.irvine.ca.us. 

Picnic Area Reservations
Picnic areas can be reserved at five locations: Northwood Community Park (up to 100 people); Turtle Rock Community Park (up to 200 people; sound restrictions apply); Heritage Community Park (up to 500 people, with special approval); Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park (up to 300 people); and Bommer Canyon (up to 350 people). Fees are charged for community park rental; other requirements/restrictions apply. All other parks are considered neighborhood parks (available on a first-come, first-serve basis for groups of fewer than 50) or association parks (managed through the individual homeowner associations).  To reserve a park picnic area, please call (949) 724-6620, or visit the City's website at www.ci.irvine.ca.us  

Program Registration
There are five ways to register for Community Services classes and activities: on-line, using your Family Pin Number and Client Identification Number at www.IrvineQuickReg.org; touch-tone on your phone, using your Family Pin Number and Client Identification Number at (949)222-2251; by faxing an application and Client Information Form to (949) 724-6608; by mailing a completed application and Client Information Form to C/S Registration, P.O. Box 19575, Irvine, CA 92623, or in person at 1 Civic Center Plaza (second floor-Community Services) Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and alternating Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For questions regarding new Pin and Identification numbers, registration process questions, general information, billing, and requests to correct address information and/or add or delete information from your Client Information Form, or for instructor contact information, call (949) 724-6610. To view class schedules and prices, go to www.IrvineQuickReg.org 

Public Park Inventory/Amenities

A list of the City’s parks and other facilities and their amenities is available on the City’s Website at www.ci.irvine.ca.us   The listing includes the locations of community and neighborhood parks, their sizes, number and types of playing fields and courts, recreational amenities, and the number of picnic tables and other available picnic amenities.  Scenic vista points, and the special facilities of Bommer Canyon Cattle Camp and Central Bark are also included.  Addresses and phone numbers are listed to enable inquiry on the days and hours of operation of each of the parks. The inventory listing can be printed for future reference.

Soccer - Adult Leagues

Adult Soccer Leagues forming; call today to register!  Adult Soccer leagues are operated by Irvine's Athletic Services and  have been modeled after some of the more successful adult soccer leagues in Southern California.  A variety of leagues and levels are offered for interested teams.

Softball - Adult Leagues

Adult Softball Leagues forming… call today to register!  Leagues are scheduled and operated by Irvine’s Athletic Services, and games are played on the finest of Irvine's award winning fields.

Swim Lessons

The City of Irvine's Learn-To-Swim program offers swimming lessons for all abilities, and ages six months through adult.  Swim lessons are offered year-round at the William Woollett Junior Aquatics Center, and during the summer at the Northwood High School Aquatics Center.  All classes are taught by certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors.  Spring and Fall children's lessons are $40.00 per four-week session.  Classes are offered Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday, and are 25 minutes in length.  Summer children's classes are $50.00 and are offered in two-week sessions, Monday through Friday, with the exception of Ducklings classes, which are one week only.  Classes are 25 minutes in length.  All adult classes are offered either Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday and are 50 minutes in length.  For class times and session dates, please visit the website at www.IrvineQuickReg.org  or stop by either pool.  For questions call (949) 724-6717.

Swimming Pools

The City of Irvine operates and maintains two public swimming pool facilities. William Woollett Junior Aquatics Center is located at 4601 Walnut, in Heritage Park, and Northwood High School Aquatics Center is located at 4515 Portola Parkway, at Northwood High School.  

Tennis Courts

Tennis facilities are operated under the supervision of Irvine's Athletic Services.  A variety of Tennis lessons, leagues and activities have been implemented for the community. 

Tennis Program

The Community Services Department is proud to offer one of the most successful tennis lesson programs in Southern California.  Our award winning tennis program is scheduled and operated by Irv Ines Athletic Services and instruction is provided on City courts in Irvine neighborhoods.

The Orange County Community Tennis Association honored Irvines Tennis Program and One of Our Tennis Instructors in 2000.

2000 Tennis Facility of the Year, Heritage Park

2000 Instructor of the Year, Chris Emery

Our programs consist of…

The Tennis Lesson Program (for Juniors and for Adults)

The Private Lesson Program

Junior Team Tennis

World League Tennis

Mommy, Daddy & Me Tennis (and) the Tennis Court Reservations program

To view the Tennis Brochure and check out our activities, visit our Irvine Athletics website at  w w w dot Irvine Athletics dot org.  If you would like this information faxed to you, please respond to the prompt at the conclusion of this message and the documents will be sent by fax

If you would like to register for classes on line, you can visit our City web site at w w w dot Irvine Athletics dot org.  This web page has quick links to register for our Tennis Leagues and Tennis Classes.

If you have registered for City programs in the past and would like to register over the phone, we can transfer you to our Touch Tone Registration system.  Please note you will need to have your client I D number and your family pin number available.  Please respond to the prompt at the conclusion of this recording and we will transfer you automatically.

For more information about our programs and classes, call (949) 724-6617 or email us at S Riggs at c i dot Irvine dot c a dot u s  

Triathlon Classes
The City of Irvine offers running, swimming and biking classes, providing individuals the chance to improve their workout or train for a triathlon.  Classes meet at the William Woollett Junior Aquatics Center and include a brief lecture, video taping and skills sessions.  All classes are held in the evenings and typically focus on one element at a time. For detailed descriptions and course dates visit www.cityofirvine.org/depts/cs/aquatics/triathlon.     Call (949) 724-6717 for more information.   

Turtle Rock Community Park

Turtle Rock Community Park is a multi-purpose recreation facility operated and staffed by the Community Services Department. The park area boasts many amenities including a youth softball/soccer field, sand volleyball court, lighted tennis courts, two children's play lots, bicycle and walking paths, an outdoor amphitheater and picnic area.  The community building includes a large multipurpose room with an attached kitchen, a craft room, and a meeting room. The park is located at 1 Sunnyhill, near the corner of Turtle Rock Drive and Sunnyhill and is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Most of the areas are free and open to the public; however, drop-in picnics are limited to groups of fewer than 50. Rooms may be reserved through the Facility Reservation system by calling (949) 724-6620, or the website at www.cityofirvine.org. 

University Community Park

University Community Park is a multipurpose recreation facility operated and staffed by the Community Services Department. The Park boasts many amenities, including: sand volleyball and handball courts, an 18 hole Disc Golf course, tennis courts, children's play areas and a picnic shelter gazebo with adjacent athletic fields used for soccer and softball. The building has a multipurpose room with an attached kitchen, as well as a separate craft room.  The park is located at 1 Beech Tree Lane near the corner of Lexicon and Sandburg, and is open from 9 AM to 9 PM Monday through Saturday and from noon to 6 PM  on Sunday. Most areas are free and open to the public; however, drop-in picnics are limited to groups of fewer than 50. Rooms may be reserved through the Facility Reservation system. For more information visit the website at: www.cityofirvine.org    or call (949) 724-6620.  For more information about staff led activities at University Community Park call (949) 724-6815,  or visit the website at: www.IrvineQuickReg.org

Water Aerobics

Water Aerobics are offered year-round at the William Woollet Junior Aquatics Center.  Classes are appropriate for both new and long-time water fitness participants. Weekday morning classes are low impact, while evening classes are geared toward the intermediate level. These classes offer a fun, fast paced workout guaranteed to shape you up with no stress on the back or knees.  Cardio conditioning is followed by total body resistance work and toning.