Recreation / Classes Resources
In the Verde Valley
Adult and Senior Classes
Located in Clarkdale. Serves Verde Valley. A resource of Osher Life Long Learning Institute.
The Osher Life Long Learning Institute provides classes for adults, age 50 and above. See the website for the newest listing of classes available. Call for hours of availability.
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601 Black Hills Dr, Building I
Clarkdale, AZ 86324
Email
928-649-4275
Adult and Senior Classes
Located in Sedona. Serves Verde Valley. A resource of Osher Life Long Learning Institute.
Offers a variety of classes tailored for adults aged 50 and above. Explore our website for the latest class offerings. Contact us for more information on class availability and hours. Join us in fostering lifelong learning and enrichment for adult and senior learners.
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4215 Arts Village Dr
Sedona, AZ 86336
Email
928-649-4275
Adult Literacy and Basic Education Programs
Located in Camp Verde. Serves verde valley. a resource of Camp Verde Adult Reading Program.
Provides adult basic education including Adult Basic Literacy (ABL) one-on-one tutoring sessions; GED test preparation, on-site workplace instruction in math, reading, writing, computers, and other workplace skills; ESL classes in small groups; computer-assisted instruction in all areas. Adults 16 years or older who are not enrolled in school.
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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130 Black Bridge Rd
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Email
928-554-8398
Art In The Clark
Located in Clarkdale. Serves verde valley. a resource of Clark Memorial Library.
Art in the Clark is a volunteer operated monthly art show that takes place in the Clark Memorial Library, and is free and open to everyone.
Tuesday - Thursday 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM;
Friday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
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39 N 9th St
Clarkdale, AZ 86324
928-634-5423
Camping
Located in Cottonwood. Serves verde valley. A resource of Dead Horse Ranch State Park.
Offers a range of outdoor activities including fishing, hiking, camping, and horseback riding. The park is known for its scenic views, tranquil lagoons, and abundant wildlife, making it a perfect destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Sunday - Saturday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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675 Dead Horse Ranch Road
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
928-634-5283
Camping
Located in Cottonwood. Serves verde valley. A resource of Thousand Trails.
Offers a variety of amenities for campers, including RV sites and tent camping options. Surrounded by beautiful Arizona landscapes, the park features recreational activities, including hiking and fishing. Enjoy a relaxing stay with access to facilities and a welcoming community.
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM;
Saturday, Sunday 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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6400 E Thousand Trails Rd
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
877-570-2267
Camp Verde Teen Advisory Council
Located in Camp Verde. Serves verde valley. A resource of Camp Verde Community Library.
A youth organization sponsored by the Town of Camp Verde for the shaping of the town and community events. This is a partnership of the Camp Verde Community Library, Parks & Recreation, and Economic Development for the purpose of investing in Camp Verde’s youth and helping young leaders bring their vision to life. Call for hours of availability.
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130 N, 130 Black Bridge Lp Rd
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Email
928-300-8390
City/County Parks
Located in Cottonwood. Serves Verde Valley. a resource of Cottonwood Parks and Recreation Department.
The City of Cottonwood operates six different parks that are all open to the public. Garrsion Park, Riverfront Park, and the Cottonwood Kids Park all have playground equipment. Riverfront Park features a skat epark, skate rink, 18-hole disc golf course and eight softball fields.
ESPAÑOL - FREE - VOLUNTEER- APPOINTMENT REQUIRED - LGBTQIA+
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150 S 6th St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Email
928-639-3200
Clarkdale Community Events and Activities
Located in Clarkdale. Serves verde valley. a resource of Clark Memorial Library.
Offers community events and activities throughout the year, call for more information. Some examples include: Spring Gardening Program, story time for kids, summer reading program for children and adults.
Tuesday - Thursday 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM;
Friday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
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39 N 9th St
Clarkdale, AZ 86324
928-634-5423
Community Events and Activities
Located in Sedona. Serves Verde Valley. a resource of Sedona Public Library.
Hosts a variety of community events and activities offered throughout the month, please view calendar link for more details.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM;
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM;
Friday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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3250 White Bear Road
Sedona AZ 86336
Email
928-282-7714
Cottonwood Community Events and Activities
Located in Cottonwood. Serves VERDE VALLEY. a resource of Cottonwood Public Library.
Various community events and activities taking place at the Cottonwood Public Library. See specific events listed on calendar for more information.
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100 S 6th St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
928-634-7559
Developmental Disabilities Social/Recreational Programs
Located in Cornville. Serves Verde Valley. A resource of Rusty's Morningstar Ranch..
Accept those who are over the age of 18 with a primary diagnosis of autism, who are not their own guardian and are toilet trained. They must be interested and willing to participate in the program.
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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240 Libby Ln
Cornville, AZ 86325
Email
928-634-4784
Developmental Disabilities Social/Recreational Programs
Located in Cottonwood. Serves Verde Valley. a resource of Y.E.S. The Arc.
Provides recreational activities including attending professional sporting events, community softball league, bowling, basketball, swimming, concerts, theatrical plays, movies, and dinners in the community for adults with developmental disabilities.
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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417 S Willard St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Email
928-634-2049
English as a Second Language
Located in Camp Verde. Serves verde valley. a resource of Camp Verde Adult Reading Program.
ESL classes in small groups for adults 16 years or older. This open entry program is designed for non-native speakers to improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing in English. The classes offer a variety of opportunities to learn and practice English.
Monday – Beginning English – 5:15 PM to 6:45 PM;
Tuesday – Advanced English – 5:15 PM to 6:45 PM ;
Thursday – Citizenship Class – 5:15 PM to 6:45 PM
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130 Black Bridge Rd
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Email
928-554-8398
English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Located in Cottonwood. Serves VERDE VALLEY. a resource of Cottonwood Public Library.
Free weekly English as a Second Language class, taught by Adela Martinez, and offered by the Cottonwood Public Library. Classes are held at the Cottonwood Rec Center.
Monday 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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150 S 6th St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
928-340-2788
GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction
Located in Camp Verde. Serves verde valley. a resource of Camp Verde Adult Reading Program.
Provides adult basic education including GED test preparation, Adult Basic Literacy (ABL) one-on-one tutoring sessions; on-site workplace instruction in math, reading, writing, computers, and other workplace skills. Adults 16 years or older who are not enrolled in school.
Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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130 Black Bridge Rd
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Email
928-554-8398
General Recreational Activities/Sports/Classes
Located in Cottonwood. Serves Verde Valley. a resource of Cottonwood Parks and Recreation Department.
The parks and recreation team offers many different youth and adult sports programs. Youth volleyball, youth basketball, sports camps, and adult softball and volleyball. Group exercise classes are offered daily at the Cottonwood Recreation Center.
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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150 S 6th St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Email
928-639-3200
Gym and Recreation Center
Located in Cottonwood. Serves Verde Valley. a resource of Cottonwood Parks and Recreation Department.
Cottonwood Recreation Center: offers a full gym with weights and exercise machines as well as a variety of group exercise classes including yoga, Zumba, aquatics, toning and cycling. Contact the center for more information on schedule.
Monday - Friday 4:30 AM - 8:00 PM;
Saturday - Sunday 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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150 S 6th St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Email
928-639-3200
Health and Wellness Classes
Located in Prescott. Serves yavapai county. A resource of NACOG (Area Agency on Aging).
Offers various health and wellness programming throughout the community. Community members need to call the Intake and Referral line for information and to start the referral process for services. The majority of our services are for those 60 and older.
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Hiking Trails
Located in Cottonwood. Serves Verde Valley. a resource of Cottonwood Parks and Recreation Department.
The City of Cottonwood currently operates a small number of trails within the city limits, and help maintain trails at Cliff Rose, Jail Trail, Riverfront Trail and many other small connection points.
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150 S 6th St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Email
928-639-3200
Neighborhood Multipurpose Centers
Located in Rimrock. Serves verde valley. a resource of Beaver Creek Adult Center.
Provides information on community resources, free food, educational, social, and other special events and activities for adults, especially those of retirement age.
Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 300 PM
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4250 E Zuni Way
Rimrock, AZ 86335
Email
928-567-4556
social outings for seniors
LOCATED IN SEDONA. SERVES VERDE VALLEY. a resource of Verde Valley Caregivers Coalition.
Social Outings are offered each month and can include lunch gatherings, craft workshops, field trips and more. Please call office to inquire about eligibility requirements. Navajo and Spanish language support available.
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299 Van Deren Rd
Sedona, AZ 86336
Email
928-204-1238 Option 8117
Swimming Facilities
Located in Cottonwood. Serves Verde Valley. a resource of Cottonwood Parks and Recreation Department.
The City of Cottonwood operates two different aquatics facilities. A 300,000 gallon, competitive outdoor pool, as well as a 60,000 gallon, recreational indoor pool.
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150 S 6th St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Email
928-639-3200
Tai Chi Classes
located in Prescott. Serves Yavapai County. a resource of yavapai county community health services.
This 8-week program is designed to assist adults with arthritis and/or balance issues. Tai Chi is an ancient martial art and can be used as a moving meditation. It is offered as a beginner’s class and might help with heart, blood pressure, stress, and sleep issues. This class series is available throughout Yavapai County (check with your local library!) as staffing allows.
FREE - VOLUNTEER - APPOINTMENT REQUIRED - LGBTQIA+ - ADA COMPLIANT
TrekAbout
Serves verde valley. a resource of yavapai county community health services.
TrekAbout is a hiking/walking club that is designed to get people up and out in a fun safe way with supportive people to create good mental and physical health, wellness, and friendship through nature. They rate the trails from 1-4 (easiest to hardest). Start times change with the seasons. Hikes are lead by staff and volunteers from the Prescott Recreation Services Department and Yavapai County Community Health Department. Membership is $18 a year and includes 2 weekly guided hikes and monthly calendar.
Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:00 AM (Summer), 8:00 AM (winter)
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Youth Summer Camps
Located in Cottonwood. Serves Verde Valley. A resource of Cottonwood Parks and Recreation Department.
The City of Cottonwood operates a Youth Center that houses afteschool and summer camp programming. Email or call for more information.
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150 S 6th St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Email
928-639-3200