Recreation, A Division of Public Works Department

The Recreation Department’s mission is to “Create Community through People, Parks and Programs.” Through leadership and creativity, the Recreation Division enhances the quality of life and strengthens community by providing a variety of affordable leisure and educational opportunities to individuals of all ages and abilities.

Register Online

You can now register your family for into any of our activites online! You will need a major credit card, a current e-mail address, and a Recreation Account. Click Here to continue.

Recreation Guide

Spring/Summer 2017

Classes & Activites

The Recreation Division of the Public Works Department’s mission is to “Create Community through People, Parks, and Programs”. Our Department goals are to enhance economic development and provide a wide variety of recreational experiences to the community. Parks and Recreation will continue to provide, protect, and preserve a Park System that promotes recreational, cultural, and outdoor experiences for the residents of Los Banos.

Youth Programs

Lego Summer Camp June 19-23, 2017 and July 31 – August 4, 2017
Ages 5 – 7 and 7 – 11

Pee-Wee Soccer (ages 3-4), Youth Soccer (grades K-8) / pictures

Pee-Wee Basketball (ages 3-4), Youth Basketball (grades K-8) / pictures

Youth Tee-Ball & Pee-Wee Ball / pictures
Ages 3 – 9

Senior Services

Senior Lunch Program
The Living Well Lunch Program offers hot lunch, activities, and socializing with friends and neighbors. Reservations are necessary at least 24 hours in advance. Call (209)761-7131 for more information.

Senior Walking Class
Monday, Wednesday and Fridays at 8:30-9:15am. This is a great opportunity to get some low impact exercise and visit with new and old friends.

Tai Chi 24 Movements
Monday and Wednesday at 9:15-10:15am. This class builds strength and balance through low impact exercise. Cost: $5.00/month.

Golden Age Club
This is a senior club for anyone 50 years and up. Yearly dues are $8.00 which includes a monthly newsletter. They meet for monthly business meetings, dinners and travel together. For more information, please call 827-7033.

Arts & Crafts & Quilting
These classes are on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00am to 2:00pm at the Los Banos Community Center. Bring your own project or work together on a class project.

Macho
Macho, a game like Bingo played with cards, is on Tuesdays from 12:30-2:30pm at the Los Banos Community Center.

Bingo
Senior Bingo is every Thursday from 12:30-2:30pm at the Los Banos Community Center. You are welcome to bring snacks and prizes. Each card is 25 cents and all monies are paid back that day. Must be over 18 years old to attend.

Cards
Card games are played on Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00pm in the Lounge located at the Los Banos Community Center.

HICAP
HICAP Services (Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program) are available at the Los Banos Community Center. For appointments and questions call 385-7550 or (800)434-0222.

Legal Services
An attorney from Central CA Legal Services is available on the 1st Wednesday of the month at the Los Banos Community Center. Simple wills, healthcare directives, etc. are free to seniors 60 and over. For appointment and questions call (209)723-5466.

Schedule is subject to change due to holidays and Los Banos City events.

LOS BANOS RECREATION
645 7TH Street, Los Banos, CA 93635
(209) 827-7033

OFFICE SCHEDULE
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

Contracted Classes

Aikido Martial Arts

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Central Valley Karate (flyer / schedule)

Basic Fitness Training (18+ Years) and Strong Girl Fitness Training (6-14 Years)

Information for those interested in offering a contracted class at the Community Center

Adult Sports

Adult Softball League

Adult Basketball League

Open Gym – Basketball

Recreation Facilities

The City of Los Banos has facilities available to rent, including locations for parties and gatherings, sports facilities, and outdoor park areas. Rental rates can be found in the “Facility Rates” information sheet, found in the links on the left side of this page.

More information about the rooms at the College Greens, Ranchwood, and Child Development Center facilities can also be accessed in the links on the left side of this page.