Sports & Recreation

opportunities out to depths of over 250 feet. All wrecks offer excellent penetration for the trained diver and attract large schools of fish.

Thanks to the warm waters of the Gulf Stream, marine life abounds off the coast of the Palm Beaches. Five species of turtles, moray eels, large goliath groupers reaching up to 600 pounds and other spectacular arrays of tropical fish will delight big and little explorers.

Phil Foster Park

900 E. Blue Heron Blvd. Ri viera Beach, FL 33404 (561) 966-6600

An underwater snorkeling trail, internationally recognized by scientists, scuba divers, underwater photographers and snorkelers for its abundance of unique marine life spans a two-acre area in 6 to 10 feet of water. Squid, octopus, spotted rays and starfish are regularly seen.

Kayaks, paddleboards and snorkeling gear may be rented at the park. Guided snorkeling tours and paddleboard lessons are also available. For information, call (561) 839-5130. Little Deeper Charters offers dive trips at variable depths departing from Phil Foster Park on most days.

Tennis

Local Tennis Courts

Those more inclined to step onto the court than into the water will be eager to explore Palm Beach County’s more than 1,100 tennis courts, many illuminated for night play. Public and private facilities are located throughout the county offering clinics and lessons suited for every age and skill level. Public tennis courts are available at no charge on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Delray Beach Open

The Delray Beach Open by VITACAST.com is the only 10-day ATP event in the world featuring both an ATP 250 and ATP Champions Tour event at the same venue. For information on the Delray Beach Open, returning Feb. 10-19, 2023, call (561) 330-6000 or visit www.yellowtennisball.com.

Nature Centers

Palm Beach County nature centers provide opportunities to foster greater understanding and appreciation of Palm Beach County’s unique local environment. Interactive and live exhibits delight all ages. Free and low-cost environmental education tours and programs are also available for individual tours and groups.

Therapeutic Recreation

The CMAA Therapeutic Recreation Complex, with The Gleneagles Country Club Aquatic Center, The Fountains Country Club Recreation Center and The Murray, Meyer & Rachelle Grodetsky Family Foundation Athletic Center, incorporates a state-of-the-art accessibility design with sophisticated adapted equipment. People of all ages and abilities can train and compete in

Daggerwing Nature Center

Located in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park

11435 Park Access Road, Boca Raton, FL 33498 (561) 629-8760 www.pbcparks.com/nature

Green Cay Nature Center & Wetlands

12800 Hagen Ranch Road

Boynton Beach, FL 33413 (561) 966-7000 www.pbcparks.com/nature

Okeeheelee Nature Center

Located in Okeeheelee Park 7715 Forest Hill Blvd. West Palm Beach, FL 33437 (561) 233-1400 www.pbcparks.com/nature sports, participate in social, skillbuilding and fitness programs and experience a wide variety of visual and performing arts programs. This location is a Paralympic Sports club, providing opportunities for athletes with physical disabilities to train for the Paralympics. Special Olympics Florida - Palm Beach County provides sports training, competitions and sport skill development activities for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

CMAA Therapeutic Recreation Complex

Located in John Prince Park 2728 Lake Worth Road Lake Worth Beach, FL 33461 (561) 966-7015 www.discover.pbcgov.org/parks/page s/therapeutic-recreation.aspx