CITY BEAT | MORGAN HILL
Centennial Recreation Center Celebrates 20 Years!
By Amy Whelan, City of Morgan Hill
T he Centennial Recreation Center( CRC) is going strong after 20 years serving Morgan Hill! The City has a longstanding agreement with the YMCA of Santa Clara Valley to offer many fitness options, plus youth, teen, family and senior programs for Morgan Hill residents and the surrounding community to enjoy!
CRC Fitness Center and Amenities
• Cardio equipment, located both outside and indoors
• Cybex equipment and free weights
• Group exercise classes
• Indoor pool with lap lanes and a play area for kids, plus swim lessons in non-summer months
• Gym activities, including adult sports leagues and youth programs
• Locker room and shower areas
• Wellness sessions with a trainer; call 408-782-2128 to schedule
There are regular weekly and monthly drop-in sessions, both at the CRC and Community & Cultural Center, as well as seasonal events throughout the year.
CRC Membership
From group classes, weights, and cardio machines to aqua fitness, lap swimming, and water slides, you can find something for everyone.
• Full access to CRC Fitness Center and Aquatics Center
• Most adult memberships include children ages 21 and under in the same household
• Group exercise classes
• Free childcare for ages 6 mos – 9 yrs old at CRC Kids’ Club
• Lap swimming and aqua fitness classes
• Open gym for a variety of sports
• Use of the Morgan Hill Skate and BMX Park
Community Spaces for All Ages and Abilities
Stop by the CRC on October 10 for a day to celebrate and have even more fun! Visit mhcrc. com for details on the many events happening that day.
• Kids’ Club with both indoor space and a dedicated outdoor play area
• Senior Center that hosts regular programming, including monthly presentations, day trips, a computer lab, resources, and a senior nutrition program that is available Monday-Friday
• Teen Center with free membership for youth in 6th – 12th grades and a variety of social, academic, and recreational activities, such as tournaments, movie nights, tutoring and homework help
• Interested in renting a meeting room or party space at the CRC? That is available, too! You can make reservation requests online for all meeting rooms at the CRC.
The City has also created a comprehensive slate of adaptive programming for kids, teens and adults with disabilities.
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