Information & Policies

Three ways to register

Online: Visit piedmont ca gov/activityguide

You can register use Visa, Mastercard, Discover or eCheck with your username and password

Walk-in: Register in person Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm at the Recreation Department, 358 Hillside Avenue, Piedmont .

By phone: Call the Recreation Department

Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm at 510 4203070 Have your payment information ready

When to register

Online registration for Piedmont residents begins on August 1st at 6:00pm. Online registration for non-Piedmont residents begins on August 8th at 6:00pm. Registration is required for all programs and activities . You are not considered registered until you have paid all fees and have received a confirmation

Up-to-the-Minute Activities

Activities are sometimes added after this publication goes to print Please visit our registration website, CommunityPass, for the most up-to-date activities

Example Class

ages 8–14 r$200 N$225

Activity descriptions help you decide if you or your child would enjoy what a given course has to offer The Piedmont Recreation Department (PRD) prides itself on the many, varied course offerings in its Activity Guide 194115

Withdrawals

All withdrawal requests must be submitted to PRD via email (prdrefunds@piedmont ca gov) or phone (510) 420-3070 during office hours, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm (excluding City holidays)

A request made:

■ 10 Business Days or More prior to the start of the program will receive a full refund or credit to account

■ Within 5–10 Business Days prior to the start of the program may receive a refund to the original form of payments, minus the convenience fee (3% for credit cards, 1% for echecks) or credit to account . For an account credit, the amount credited will also be less the convenience fee However it will not be charged again when the credit is used for a future registration of equal or lesser value

■ Less than 5 Business Days prior to the start of the program will be considered on a case by case basis and only permissible if the original program is over the minimum enrollment required Request must be approved by the instructor and PRD Staff If approved a refund or credit to account minus a 10% Class Withdrawal Fee

■ Late Withdrawal Requests after the start of a program will not be issued unless there is an exceptional situation and it is approved by the instructor and PRD staff A 10% Class Withdrawal Fee will be charged, the prorated amount for any classes attended, and any additional fees (if applicable: non-resident fee, Facility Preservation Fee) Instructors will need to approve the return of any material fees Credit to account only, no refunds Schoolmates and Preschool Programs have separate refund policies.

Cancellations

When the class minimum is not reached, we reserve the right to either postpone the beginning of the program, or cancel the program and issue refunds

Missed Classes

Refunds are not issued for missed classes

Class Transfers requests 5 business days or more prior to the start of the class are reviewed by PRD Staff and are only permissible if the original program is over the minimum enrollment Transfer must be to a program of equal or greater cost Transfer requests after PRD withdrawal window are not allowed unless approved by both the instructor and PRD staff

Inclement Weather or Smoke Days

If classes or recreation activities are canceled due to inclement weather or poor air quality, (and rescheduling is not an option) a credit will be issued at the end of the session

Photo Policy

PRD occasionally takes photos of department programs that may include enrolled participants Photos taken during programs, events or activities may be used in future department promotional materials If you do not want your child’s photo used, please contact the Recreation Department

Inclusion Statement

The Piedmont Recreation Department is committed to providing inclusive and equitable programs for all, regardless of gender identity, age, race, health status, national origin, relationship status, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and religion Please contact PRD staff to determine the best fit for your child

Certain programs are listed as being either for girls or boys—PRD recognizes that these terms do not fit every individual PRD welcomes all cis, trans, non-binary, gender non-conforming, gender queer and any male or female-identified participants

Facility Preservation Fee (FPF) f

For each sports program sign-up with a fee of $50 or higher, a surcharge will be added to the program fee, to be deposited into a dedicated fund for preservation and replacement of athletic facilities or maintenance

Piedmont Recreation Department

Main Office

510 420-3070 prd@piedmont .ca gov

Chelle Putzer, Recreaton Director

510 420-3070 cputzer@piedmont .ca .gov

Liam Kelly, Recreation Supervisor

510 420-3075 lkelly@piedmont ca .gov

Katrina Morris, Recreation Supervisor

510 420-3072 kmorris@piedmont .ca gov

Eva Phalen, Recreation Supervisor

510 420-3087 ephalen@piedmont ca .gov

Cora Wood, Administrative Assistant

510 420-3070 cwood@piedmont .ca gov

Jessica Pomey, Administrative Assistant

510 420-3070 jpomey@piedmont ca gov

Ivy Sandoval, Recreation Coordinator

510 420-6223 isandoval@piedmont ca gov

Carrie Villa, Recreation Coordinator

510 420-3074 cvilla@piedmont ca gov

Akil Danjuma, Recreation Coordinator

510 420-3089 adanjuma@piedmont ca gov

Kenny Wong, Schoolmates Coordinator

510 420-3093 kwong@piedmont ca gov

Beach Schoolmates

510 420-3077 bsm@piedmont ca gov

Havens Schoolmates

510 420-3078 hsm@piedmont ca gov

Wildwood Schoolmates

510 420-3076 wsm@piedmont ca gov

Locations

801 Magnolia Main Hall & East Wing 801 Magnolia Avenue

Linda Beach Playfield/Tennis Courts 333 Linda Avenue

Beach School / Beach Schoolmates Facility 100 Lake Avenue

Becker Playfield at Havens School Bonita & Oakland Avenues

Buzz Redford Gym (PMS) 740 Magnolia Avenue

Coaches Playfield 898 Red Rock Road

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC) 24 Vista Avenue

Dracena Park 130 Dracena Avenue

Hampton Park Hampton & LaSalle Avenues

Hampton Field / Hampton Park Building

Basketball Courts / Tennis Courts

Havens School / Havens Schoolmates Facility 323 Highland Avenue

Kennelly Skate Park (see hours, below*) 898 Red Rock Road

Morrison Gym (PMS) 740 Magnolia Avenue

Park Tennis Courts (Piedmont Park) 711 Highland Avenue

PCC - Piedmont Community Church 400 Highland Avenue

PCH - Piedmont Community Hall 711 Highland Avenue

Amphitheater / Community Park / Lower Level (LL)/ Tea House

PRD - Piedmont Recreation Department 358 Hillside Avenue

1st Floor / 2nd Floor / Attic / Lawn / Picnic Tables/Patio /Classroom

PHS - Piedmont High School 800 Magnolia Avenue

Binks Gym / Dance Studio/Witter Baseball Field/Witter Track Witter Football Field / Witter Softball Field

PMS - Piedmont Middle School 740 Magnolia Avenue

Sport Courts / MPR: Multi Purpose Room / Woodshop/Classroom

Piedmont Community Pool (CLOSED) 777 Magnolia Avenue

Veterans Memorial Building / Kitchen 401 Highland Avenue

Wildwood School / Wildwood Schoolmates Facility 301 Wildwood Avenue

Patio Tables/Lower Blacktop/Lower Picnic Tables

*Kennelly Skate Park is located above Coaches Field on Moraga Avenue

Fall Hours: August 9th–November 5th: Mon–Sun, 3:30–7:00pm; November 6th–March 10th: Sat/Sun, 12:00–5:00pm Park will be closed during inclement weather or smoke days