MARCH 5, 2025 ON THE MOVE WITH PARKS & REC
FALL IN LOVE WITH FREE TENNIS LESSONS The Derbyshire Community Tennis Inc. is offering a free program for ages 6 to 18 from March 25 to May 27. Sessions occur Tuesdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Derbyshire Sports Complex, 849 Derbyshire Road. Registration will be held in person March 25 before the first session, with no additional applications accepted after April 8. The nine-week agenda includes training on forehand, backhand, serving, volleying, scoring and match play. For more details, visit www.DaytonaBeach.gov or email letsmovederbyshiretennis@gmail.com. Blvd. Starting this week, pickleball lovers can enjoy open play Thursdays from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in addition to our regular schedule, which is Mondays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, come enjoy the game, meet new people, and have fun in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. ADDITIONAL DAY ADDED TO INDOOR PICKLEBALL An additional day of pickleball has been added at the Cherry Cultural & Educational Center, 925 George W. Engram
LIVE OAK PARK UPGRADES To facilitate the construction of nearby Fire Station No. 1, a new retention pond and sidewalk were added to the amenities at Live Oak Park, 505 Live Oak Ave. The upgrades are expected to be open to the public soon. The park will be open from dawn to dusk daily and features greenspace, benches and shade.
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SUNNYLAND PRESS BOX TOWER Work is underway on Sunnyland’s press box tower. Crews are extending utilities and finished forming the foundation. They have started pouring footings this week, and concrete block walls will be laid next week. The new press box is significantly larger and will be repositioned behind the home plate, correcting the previous misalignment. Additionally, the first floor of the press tower will feature a concession stand and a storage room. The two-story tower is anticipated to be finished within two months.
DAYTONA BEACH GYMNASTICS REGISTRATION OPEN
JOB OPENINGS JOIN THE PARKS & RECREATION TEAM! We’re currently hiring summer casual lifeguards and summer casual workers. The summer casual Worker position at the community centers involves supervising recreational activities for youth. Applicants need a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of relevant experience. The role requires flexible availability, including evenings and weekends. The lifeguard position is responsible for maintaining safety at public swimming facilities, enforcing pool rules and assisting in rescues and first aid. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, along with Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certifications. Daytona Beach Gymnastics is offering a range of gymnastics classes for the Spring 2025 session at the Schnebly Recreation Center, 1101 N. Atlantic Ave. The session is divided into two parts: Spring A from March 24 to May 22 and Spring B from May 27 to June 12 and includes beginner and advanced classes for boys and girls ages 5-12, as well as Evening Stars for girls ages five and up. Additional programs include Pre-Teams and Teams, such as Shooting Stars and AAU Teams, which require prerequisites. Younger children can participate in Twinkling Stars for independent preschoolers ages three and up, as well as Parent and Child classes. To register, visit www.DaytonaBeach.gov/Activities. For more information, call (386) 671-3561.
YOUTH BASKETBALL RECAP
This past weekend, the youth basketball league finished its season and hosted five championship games at the Cherry Cultural & Educational Center. Over 200 youth athletes with 22 teams competed in the basketball league this season.
Congratulations to our 2025 champions: 6-8 co-ed: Lions 9-11 co-ed: USF 11-14 girls: Fever
12-13 boys: Kentucky
For more information or to apply, visit www.DaytonaBeach.gov/Jobs.
14-17 boys: Magic
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