Parks and Recreation FAQs

Yes! The City of Miami Beach strives to make all of our programs accessible to all who wish to participate, including, but not limited to, inclusion into recreation-which allows children with disabilities to participate alongside children without disabilities in recreational programs. Recreational programs for adults are also available. Please contact the ADA Coordinator Cindy Casanova at 305.673.7730 more information.

Visit the Special Abilities and Inclusion Program Page for more information >

What other options are available if I cannot afford to pay for my child to attend Summer Camp?

Does the City offer a discount on the Summer Camp if more than one child is registered?

What type of activities does the After School Program offer the kids?

Who is considered a Miami Beach Resident?

What paperwork do I need to bring in to qualify for a scholarship? Could there be more I need to provide after I make the application?

Applicant must be a City of Miami Beach Resident. Please visit our Residency Requirements webpage to inquire about any documents needed in order to enroll in our programs at resident rate. Applicants must also fill out a financial aid application and submit income verification such as income tax, section 8 subsidy, Medicaid, food stamps or any other government assistance. The City reserves the right to require additional documentation, when appropriate.

Do your pools have an accessible lift?

Does the City have beach wheelchairs?

The City of Miami Beach offers manual "Beach wheelchairs" for those who are mobility impaired, to enjoy our beautiful beaches. Please follow these recommendations for making your surf chair experience more enjoyable:

Call ahead 305.673.7000 ext. 7714. It is on a first come, first serve basis from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Bring a friend for assistance. Beach wheelchairs are not self-propelled and City staff are not able to provide assistance with transferring into or pushing you in the chair.

Keep track of time. Staff must store the chairs before they leave each day. Chairs must be returned by 5:00 pm.

Leave a deposit. There is no charge to use the Beach wheelchairs, but you may be asked to leave something of value, (drivers license, wheelchair, photo ID, etc.) to ensure that the chair will be returned.

Be careful. The Beach wheelchair can go into the water no more 6” deep because the wheels are very buoyant, so stay near the shoreline. However, the electric chairs cannot go into the water.

Mobi-Mats are a safe beach access surface for those who are mobility impairs to reach our beautiful beaches. Locations: South of 1st, 3rd, 5th, 6th, 8th, 10th, 14th, 15th, Lincoln Road, 17th, 19th, 64th, 69th, 72nd, 74th, and 79th Street.

Keep us posted. Let us know how we can improve our access to people with disabilities. Please call our ADA coordinator, Cindy Casanova with suggestions at 305.673.7730.
Beach wheelchair locations: 1001 Ocean Drive and South Pointe Park (1st Street).

Does the City have any Dog Parks?

Does the City have any Mommy and Me programs?

How long is financial aid good for?

Does the City offer any programs for adults?

Does the City rent facilities and what are the requirements to rent one?

When is the Recreation Review published?

What are the quarter dates for the after school & summer program?

Does the City have recreation programs for 3 & 4 year olds?

The City of Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department currently offers a Playtime program for children ages 3-4. This program includes dancing, singing, arts and crafts, guest appearances and some academics Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Class size is limited. Please visit our Toddler Programs webpage for more information We also offer swimming classes, art classes and much more. Please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 305.673.7730 for more information.

Can I rent a park /playground or facility from the Parks and Recreation Department?

Is there a fee to join the After school program?

Do you have an Adopt a Tree Program?

Can I make a donation to the Parks and Recreation Department?

Do residents get preferred rates at city facilities, including the golf courses & recreation programs?

Can I register, find information, or make a tee time on-Line for the Miami Beach Golf Club?

What other services are offered at the Miami Beach Golf Club and the Normandy Shores Golf Club?

Can anyone use the Youth Centers all day- any day?

The Scott Rakow Youth Center and North Shore Park Youth Center are open Mondays – Fridays for registered After School participants. The Scott Rakow Youth Center caters to children grades 4^th - 12^thand the North Shore Park Youth Center caters to children grades K - 5^th from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm. For more information on our hours of operation for the youth centers please visit the Scott Rakow Youth Center or North Shore Park & Youth Center .

Who do I call to reserve a field or open space?

Are Tennis private lessons allowed at neighborhood parks?

Do you provide transportation from schools for your After School programs?

Do you provide transportation to your sports leagues?

Can anyone join the swim team?

Is a child with disabilities allowed to participate in your programs?

Do you have Senior programs?

Are Golf private lessons given at the Miami Beach Golf club?

Can I remove a tree from the swale?

No! Residents are required to pull a permit to transplant, prune, relocate or remove any tree from a swale in the City. An application form acquired from the Public Works Department, which will act as the lead agency is required. The completed application will then be processed through the Planning Department, Parks Maintenance, Environmental Resource Management Division and Parking Departments for further review. To obtain a permit a $25 application fee is required payable to the City. Please call Public Works at 305.673.7620 for more information.

Who maintains the causeways into the City?

Do you offer community service hours?

Miami Beach teens in grades 10-12 are eligible to be interviewed for the Counselor in Training Program in the summer. Limited enrollment available. Participants will learn the necessary skills to become future recreation professionals. Teens must be able to work the full eight weeks and will be trained by our experienced staff. Teens must apply in person, with their last report card at the camp site of their interest. Selections will be based on grade point average, camp experience and leadership ability. Registration: $100. For more information call 305.673.7767, (Limited community service hours are also available during the school year for grades 6 - 8 call center for more information.)

How can I get a job with your Department?

Who do I contact in order to have a special event in the city?

How do the new participation membership for recreation programs work? For how long is each card valid?

Membership is designed to eliminate parents from filling out the same paperwork repeatedly for each program/location with the exception of certain paperwork such as the emergency contact information, field trip forms, etc. This will expedite the whole registration process. Employees may still ask to verify proof of residency. Memberships are valid for 2 years from the beginning of the Fall through the end of the Summer (ex. Fall 2019 - Summer 2021).