5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota
This park offers indoor and outdoor reservable space. To reserve space or equipment, visit NathanBendersonPark.org, contact info@sanca.us or call 941-358-7275.
NBP REC DAYS! Year-round / All ages / Fee: $10 per person, $5 per adult with accompanying child, Free for children 6 and younger, Family maximum $35 / Regatta Island / Schedule is available at nathabendersonpark.org/recdays / 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It’s a great way to experience NBP, family-style! Participants will have the opportunity to try stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, canoes, fishing and more! (Wednesday NBP Rec Days! are ideal for homeschool and virtual students!)
ACTIVITIES DRAGON BOAT PADDLING: CLASSES AND TEAMS Year‐round / Ages: 12 and older / Fee: Classes: $80; Private lessons: $55‐110 / Regatta Island / Days and times vary Learn the fundamentals of paddling. Participants can expect to learn the stroke basics as well as on-the-water experience in the boat. The paddling class is the prerequisite for joining the community team. Community team paddling will consist of practicing three days a week and competing in tournaments. For details, call 941‐358‐7275 or email programs@sanca.us.
EQUIPMENT RENTALS Year‐round / All ages (under 18 must be accompanied by an adult) / Fee: Starting at $15 per day, package pricing also available / Regatta Island / Daily Pedal pontoon boat, single and double sit-on-top kayaks, and stand-up paddleboard rentals. For more information or to reserve equipment, visit nathanbendersonpark.org, email programs@sanca.us or call 941358-7275.
FITNESS CLASSES Year-round / All ages / Fee: Varies / Location, days and times vary Throughout the year, NBP offers a variety of fitness groups such as Camp Gladiator and Flex Fitness, and an array of classes from ChiWalking to Zumba. For all the latest additions and offerings, visit nathanbendersonpark.org
LEARN TO ROW: CLASSES AND PRIVATE LESSONS Year‐round / Ages: 8 and older / Fee: Classes: $120; Private lessons: $55‐110 / Regatta Island / Days and times vary Learn to Row 101 focuses on the fundamentals of sculling, which is rowing with two oars. Individuals will be taken step-by-step through nomenclature, safety maneuvers and independent boat handling skills. The eight‐hour course will provide you with the skill set to row a single scull. For details, call 941-358-7275 or email programs@sanca.us.
TEAM BUILDING
SPECIAL EVENTS 2021 U.S. DRAGON BOAT FEDERATION CLUB CREW NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS Oct. 1-3 / All ages / Fee: Varies / Regatta Island / Friday-Sunday, varying times This championship event is held biennially in odd years at locations around the United States. Crews from clubs nationwide compete for berths in each division/class allotted to the United States for the chance to compete at the International Dragon Boat Federation Club Crew World Championships.
NBP TRICK OR TREAT ON THE LAKE Oct. 26 / All ages / Fee: Free / Event Garden and Westbank / Tuesday, varying times Safe, family-friendly trick or treat event for all ages! There’ll be movies on the big screen, games, and vendors on site.
FLORIDA TURKEY TROT Thanksgiving Morning / All ages / Fee: Varies / Regatta Island / Thursday, varying times The Florida Turkey Trot is the final of three races in the Holiday Race Challenge. This race will be a part of your Thanksgiving tradition as you enjoy the festivities. Race finishers cross the finish line after running the floating final mile over the lake and will be awarded a tasty treat to commence their Thanksgiving feast.
FINISH TOWER RENTAL
The finish tower is now available to host your next event! This newly constructed building has a rooftop terrace and indoor space available for: • Weddings • Conferences • Meetings • Private parties
• Banquets
• Corporate retreats
Visit NathanBendersonPark.org or call 941-358-7275.
Year-round / All ages / Fee: Varies / Location, days and times vary
PAVILION AT THE EVENT GARDEN
Are you interested in hosting a birthday party at the playground at Nathan Benderson Park? You can rent the pavilion adjacent to the playground for a memorable party. Visit NathanBendersonPark.org or call 941-358-7275. For more information and registration, visit scgov.net/parks, or call 941-861-5000.
Let NBP lead your team-building event. Whether you are corporate, family, youth or adults, we can tailor the experience to meet specific needs of your group. Call 941-358-7275 or email programs@sanca.us.
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