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Recreation offices (352) 728–9885 – 1851 Griffin Road
Volunteers Needed! Be Involved

Want to make a difference in the lives of the youth
in Leesburg? All youth recreational programs and
leagues utilize volunteer parents/adults to serve as
coaches, team helpers, and program organizers. These
volunteersare key to making many our programs a
success. Without the generous spirit and time
commitment by volunteers, these programs would
not be possible.

Volunteers are expected to be positive role models
for players, parents, and spectators. They teach and
stress age-appropriate skills and fundamentals. Recreation Information
They promote good sportsmanship and fairness at
all times. If you are interested in becoming a
volunteer, please indicate that on your child’s
registration form or contact the Parks and
Recreation office at (352) 728-9885. All volunteers
are required to pass a background check prior to Employment Opportunities
beginning volunteering.
The Leesburg Parks and Recreation Department is a
great place to earn extra income as a part
Become a Recreation Sponsor! time/seasonal employee. The LRD offers the
following opportunities at competitive wages.
Contact the Recreation Department for more
The Leesburg Recreation Department’s information.
mission is to enhance the quality of life for
Leesburg citizens by providing affordable, - Lifeguards - Baseball Umpires
high quality recreation facilities, programs - Water Safety Instructors - Softball Umpires
and services. - Splash Pad Attendants - Basketball Referees
- Special Events - Flag Football Referees
Each time a child joins a team, or puts on a - Program Instructors - Soccer Referees
uniform to play in a game they experience a - Field Maintenance - Janitorial
sense of accomplishment and pride. They
also learn the valuable lessons of teamwork, New for 2019
sportsmanship, and the importance of an
active lifestyle all while creating memories Rec ‘N Saturdays - Join us for a new creative program in
that will last with them for their lifetime. 2019. The Leesburg Recreation Department is hosting a unique
program every 3 Saturday of each month. The programs vary
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from a Daddy Daughter Dance to Mother Son Nerf Wars! Check
The City of Leesburg Recreation Department pages 10-13 for more information!
is able to provide first class programs due to Yoga in the Square - The Leesburg Recreation Department
the generosity of sponsors. Sponsorships and and Evolve Yoga & Fitness have partnered to offer a weekly Yoga
in the Square program. Classes are held every Saturday morning
Donations are tax deductible. at 10:30am in Towne Square of Downtown Leesburg. Classes are
Please consider becoming a recreation FREE to attend! See page 15 for details.
sponsor or donor today! Contact (352) 728- Indoor Pickleball – The Leesburg Recreation Department is
9885 for sponsorship and donation offering indoor, open play, pickleball every Tu & Th from
information. 10:30am-12:00pm at the Leesburg Recreation Complex (City
Gym). See page 15 for details.

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