El Rio Center

Announcement

The center will be closed for cleaning Sept. 8-12, and the wood floor will remain closed Sept. 15-19.

This facility is free to use. To enter, you will need to scan a COMMUNITY PASS each day.

If you don't have one, please bring a photo ID to the front desk, and we'll assist you in setting up an account.

Note: If you have a Universal or Restricted membership pass, you don't need a community pass.

El Rio Center Neighborhood Center

The El Rio Center is located in El Rio Park.

 

Center Fees

FREE (Community Pass required)
*Facility access is free, however programs with affiliated fees still are in effect for users.

Senior Activity Card       

Room Rental Information

Individuals must be 7 years or older to be in the facility, unless accompanied by an adult.
Monday-Friday in June and July: Youth ages 11 and under must be supervised by a parent/guardian at all times until 2PM, Ages 7+ are permitted for drop-in after 2 p.m.

 

 

Weight Room Orientation Classes

  • Parent/Guardian approval is required for all participants ages 14-17.
  • Participants ages 14 and 15 must be accompanied by a designated adult, who has completed an orientation class, at all times while using Fitness Room equipment.
  • Weight Room Orientation Video - A release form must be completed at the recreation center acknowledging that you have watched the video. (QR code available at front desk)

Youth Programs

Individuals must be 7 years or older to be in the facility, unless accompanied by an adult.
Monday-Friday in June and July: Youth ages 11 and under must be supervised by a parent/guardian at all times until 2PM, Ages 7+ are permitted for drop-in after 2 p.m.

 

School's Out (Ages 5-11)

This program is for youth 5-11 years old, (Kindergarten through 5th grade only) during out of school time (Fall, Holiday and Spring Breaks). Activities are supervised, engaging and fun. Includes games, sports, social interaction, dance, art projects, and nutrition-based learning activities. Contact Center staff or see the Youth Programs page for more information.

Youth Open Drop-in Recreation (Age 8 ) 

Monday-Friday 2:30-6 p.m.
Must be at least 8 years of age unless accompanied by a parent or adult.
Center offers table tennis, pool table, computers, and foosball. Daily center use fee or quarterly pass applies.

Karate

Monday and Wednesday, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Baile Folklorico

Tuesdays, 6-7:45 p.m.
Thursdays, 6-7 p.m.

Adult Programs

Zumba

Offered through El Rio Health Center
Tuesday and Thursday, 6-7 p.m.

Baile Folklorico

Mondays and Wednesdays, 6-7:45 p.m.
*Center's daily use cost applies

Senior Programs

El Rio Calendar(PDF, 3MB)

Senior Meal Program

We offer a meal program for seniors ages 60 that is grant funded through Pima Council On Aging (PCOA. Meals are provided with the completion of free registration. Meal fees are donation only with a recommendation of $2.

Transportation to the Center

We pick-up and drop-off seniors that live in the area. Join us for a day of fun, activities, food and the freedom from staying at home. Please call Diane at 520-837-8210 for more information about this great program.

Program includes:

  • Nutrition Class - Dates/Times vary
  • Guest Speakers - Dates/Times vary
  • Memory Game (improve your memory skills) - Monday, 10-11 a.m.
  • Games - Wednesday and Thursday, 10-11 a.m.
  • Senior Exercise - Tuesdays from 10-10:50 a.m.
  • Bingo - Tuesday and Friday, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
  • Field trips - Dates/Times vary
  • Senior Chair Yoga 50+ - Tuesdays from 10-10:50 a.m.

    • - Must have quarterly pass or pay daily fee.

Enhance Fitness

Enhance Fitness is a class offered through Pima Council on Aging at the El Rio Center. This program offers four key components of fitness: strength training, flexibility, cardiovascular conditioning, and balance training critical to reducing the risk of falls. This class is taught by a certified instructor and accommodates all levels of fitness. Expect regular fitness checks along with a healthy dose of fun and socializing.

Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 11 a.m.-noon

Note: Additional fees apply through Pima Council on Aging.

 

 

Location

1390 W. Speedway Blvd, Tucson 85745  View Map

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Indoor view of El Rio Center

Indoor view of El Rio Center

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Senior Programs at El Rio Center

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Venue Snapshot

Features

  • Arts and crafts rooms
  • Billiards, ping-pong, and Foosball
  • Conference room
  • Covered basketball court
  • Kitchen
  • Lobby/TV room
  • Outdoor patio
  • Outdoor stage area
  • Playground
  • Public WiFi
  • Senior room
  • Stage
  • Weight room

Contact

Mike Davis
(520) 791-4683
TPRD-ElRio@tucsonaz.gov

Hours

OPEN
Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Closed Holidays

OPEN
for Senior activities
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-noon
Closed Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays

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