The Governor of Illinois has extended the statewide Tier 3 Resurgence Mitigation restrictions until at least January 9th...
The Governor of Illinois has extended the statewide Tier 3 Resurgence Mitigation restrictions until at least January 9th, at which point the state will determine if the restrictions will be relaxed or continue based on metrics which can be found here. Rock Island Parks and Recreation Department is continuing to adjust plans in accordance with these state guidelines. Here are the guidelines as they pertain to Rock Island Parks and Recreation.
The Rock Island Fitness and Activity Center will remain open operating at 25% capacity and all participants must make a reservation before coming. Reservations can be made by calling or visiting the member service center. The phone number is (309) 732-7275 option 2. Members must wear a face covering at all times, including while engaged in individual exercise. All group fitness classes, recreation and sports programs, and swim lessons are temporarily suspended. All amenities will be open with the exception of the steam rooms, saunas, whirlpool, and indoor playground. For a detailed list of guideline changes, click here. For specific member questions please call our membership office at (309) 732-7275 option 1.
Preschool will remain open with all current safety precautions in place.
Parks and outdoor recreation will be open but the public should continue to maintain social distancing.
The Parks and Recreation Department is working hard to be able to offer many virtual recreation offerings during this time. Virtual fitness classes will be offered including Zumba Gold, Turbo Kick, Beachbody PIYO, Ballet Barre and more. Families can register for a Family Holiday Activity Pack, including a crafts and fun games that can either be picked up or delivered right to your door. Pup Packs are also available which include a DIY dog toy, dog art project and special treat for your furry friend. Kids to Pros virtual classes include Active Kids, Art Skills, Graphic Design, Lego Masters, Minecraft, Origami & Papercraft, ROBLOX, and Web Design all beginning soon. We also offer Letter/Video from Santa. To register for virtual fitness classes please visit www.rigov.org/epark. A free Virtual Holiday Concert with Kevin Horton will be streamed live on Facebook on Wednesday, December 16th from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
Please continue to follow our social media and website to keep up to date on all of our recreational offerings and most recent information.
View the entire State of Illinois Tier 3 Resurgence Mitigations document here.
If you have any questions please email Rock Island Parks and Recreation at parkrecmail@rigov.org.