Cortez Recreation Center

The Cortez Recreation Center offers fun for everyone! There is an array of activities for both young and old (but young at heart). We offer yearly passes, 20 punch passes as well as per-entry fees that allow everyone to share our great facility at 425 Roger Smith Avenue! See Map Call us with any questions at 970.564.4080.

Rec. Center hours:

The pool closes thirty minutes before the rest of the facility.

Monday - Friday 5:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Gymnasium

8,036 square feet of space to enjoy. Our gym offers 6 basketball baskets, a removable volleyball net as well as a partition that can be lowered for full court play.

Gym Times-January-April

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

5:00-6:00am Open Open Open Open Open Closed Closed

6:00-7:00am Open Open Open Open Open Closed Closed

7:00-8:00am Open Open Open Open Open Closed Closed

8:00-9:00am Open Open Open Open Open PW Basketball Closed

9:00-10:00am Open
Gymnastics
Open Open Open PW Basketball Closed

10:00-11:00am Open Gymnastics Open Gymnastics Open PW Basketball Open

11:00am-12:00pm Open Gymnastics Open Gymnastics Open PW Basketball Open

12:00-1:00pm Open Open Open Open Open PW Basketball Open

1:00-2:00pm Open Open Open Open Open Open Open

2:00-3:00pm Open Open Open Open Open Open Open

3:00-4:00pm Open Open Open Open Open Open Open

4:00-5:00pm Open Gymnastics Open Gymnastics Open Open Open

5:00-6:00pm Open Gymnastics Open Gymnastics Open Open Open

6:00-7:00pm Open Gymnastics Open Gymnastics Open Open Open

7:00-8:00pm Volleyball League Open Open Open Open Open Open

8:00-9:00pm Volleyball League
Volleyball League
Open Open Open Open Open

Rockwall

Novice and professional alike can find a challenge on this 35 foot tall natural looking and feeling rock wall. It has 2 self belaying systems and 3 ropes for advanced climbers who want to belay each other.

Fitness Area

We have a great fitness area boasting state of the art “Life Fitness” cardiovascular and weight lifting equipment. Also, walk, jog or run on our 1/16 mile track that overlooks the gymnasium.

Classes Offered

Tai Chi- Traditional healing activity methods that are ideal for Relaxation and Stress protection, Aerobic Activity, etc.

Bootylicious-An aerobics class focusing mainly on the lower body. Jump rope, lunges, squats, dance and a lot of abs!

Power Yoga-A unique combo of dynamic breathing and strong flowing movements which create a high-heat, high-energy workout for any age!

Jazzercise-Class located at Kemper School. Cancelled until fall due to instructor injury.

Karate-Class located at Downey School. Postponed until Fall.

Rev Master-A fast paced, calorie burning spin class.

Ride-A spin class with fast paced music and great moves!

Spin-A stationary spin bike class that will burn calories and get your heart pumping.

Forever Fit-Step aerobics with low and high impact routines and toning.

Aquamotion-A low impact, high intensity water aerobics class that is held at the Cortez Municipal Pool in the Summer months and at the Recreation Center the rest of the time.

Pilates-Build core strength, balance and flexibility.

Beginning Pilates-Build core strength, balance and flexibility at the beginner level.

Beginning Gymnastics-Geared toward participants 5 and up who have little or no gymnastics experience. Intermediate and Advanced classes available at the coaches recommendation only.

Strength and Sculpt-A full body workout with hand weights to: strengthen, tone, and build endurance. Friday's 5:30-6:30.

New! Regular Softball- Games start May 7th and end July 24th . 2007. Early registration starts March 5th thru March 18th, the cost is $325.00 per team.

New! Ute Mountain Tribal Park Tour- A senior trip for ages 55 plus, maximum of 10 people. this half day tour will include visits to Ancestral Pueblo Petroglyphs, scene lands, Ute Pictographs panels, geologic land formations and surface sites. We will leave the Rec. Center at 8:15 am and return at 4:00 pm, lunch is included in the cost. The trip is on April 23rd, with registration starting March 1st. The cost is $35.00 per person.

New! Three On Three Volleyball- This league will be an eight game season with a double elimination tournament, with two games per night. Registration fees are $100.00 per team, and will be taken through March 18, 2007. Games begin March 26th through May 30th, and will be held at the Cortez Middle School at 7:00pm.

New! Kayak and Conoe Clinic- This course is for Novice and Experienced paddlers. Instructors will be on-hand to supervise your skills. This is a 6 week course starting Feb. 26th and ending April 22nd, being held Monday nights from 7:00pm to 8:15 pm. Participants must bring their own clean Kayak or Conoe.

New! Kickbox Fitness- This workout program utilizes techniques, movements and a combination of movements from boxing, karate, kickboxing and self defense training. this class is being held Wednesday's from 12:05-1:05 pm, the cost is $5.00 per class.

New! Drop in Basketball-Every Wednesday night from 7:00-8:30 pm half the gym will be shut down for Drop In Basketball.

All Star Cheerleading- Instructor offers both a beginners and advanced class. This class is geared towards participants 4-7 (beginners) and 8-14 (advanced).

More to come!!

Swimming Pool

Something for the whole family!

Competition Lap Pool

Holds 150,000 gallons of water, is 25 yards long and ranges from 4 feet to 12.5 feet deep. Swim laps or make some waves off the diving board!

Family Pool

0 – 18 inches deep and has a kiddy sized duckling slide as well as a water spouting play feature including a mini tube slide any kid will love.

Lazy River/Resistance Pool

3 feet 6 inches deep with a constant water flow that can provide a great workout or a lazy ride in an inner tube.

Enclosed Tube Slide

This awesome slide is a 145 foot long rush of fun!

Racquetball Courts

We have two 800 square foot racquetball courts with glass back walls and wood flooring.

Canyon Room

A great room with wooden floors and a mirrored wall. Holds up to 49 people and has a partition that opens up into the Mesa Room to accommodate more people. Call for details.

Mesa Room

Another great room with a carpeted floor that is perfect for birthdays or business meetings. Holds up to 49 people and has a partition that opens up into the Canyon Room to accommodate more people. Call for details.

Child Watch

A crafty and fun little corner for children who are walking age up to 8 years old. The cost is $2 per hour and there is a 2 hour maximum. Parents must stay in the facility. Now available: Child Watch punch card $21.00 for14 hrs.

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