Youth Sports

Get Active! Check out all of the sports we have to offer and see if you qualify for a cost-reducing scholarship. Applications are accepted year round. Fill one out today.

Dance

Learn the Fundamentals of Dance and Release your Creativity! From beginner to intermediate, our dance classes build on skills to challenge dancers to further their talents and grow their abilities.

Esports

Where Skill Meets Strategy and Learning Meets Fun! Join the Lancaster Rec Esports program, where children and teens of all ages come together to compete in exciting, fast-paced tournaments in some of the most popular video games today! Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or new to the world of esports, we provide the tools and support to help you grow.

Adult Sports

Opportunities to Be More Active! Adults can keep their competitive edge in our adult sports leagues while spending time with friends, coworkers and family. Athletes of all abilities enjoy a spirit of competition in a recreational atmosphere.

Full-Day Care

Quality and Affordable Care! Our child care programs are state licensed by the PA Department of Human Services and measured by Keystone STARS, a state-supported and funded quality improvement program.

Early Education

Play-Based Curriculum that Emphasizes Social, Cognitive and Physical Development! Our curriculum incorporates the State’s Early Learning Standards. Each day children participate in learning centers that include science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics, language and small group activities.

In-School Care

Before and After School Care for Busy Families! Lancaster Rec Before and After School Programs provide state-certified child care for children. Our goal is to provide an enriching, safe environment for children to participate in fun-filled learning activities which promote creativity, social skills and independence.

Summer Day Camp

Summer Learning and Fun! Lancaster Rec offers three high quality summer camps, starting right after the school year ends. Each camp is unique and has its own theme weeks, daily activities and field trips.

Seniors

Discover New Interests and Stay Sharp! Make new friends playing corn hole, learn new skills in our facilitated learning classes, and improve your flexibility with our exercise programs. If you enjoy meeting new people and learning new things, then join our senior center - it's free!

Special Events

Free Events for the Community! Looking to meet your neighbors and learn more about Lancaster? Be sure to visit one of our community events including Open Streets Lancaster, Lancaster Beer Gardens, Lancaster Unity Cup, RecToberFest, and the Winter Carnival.

Support Us

Giving through the Lancaster Rec Foundation! By donating to the Lancaster Rec Foundation, you support the creative community recreation and educational programming that Lancaster residents rely on.