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Benny Paiz Park, Forestry & Open Space Manager

Benny Paiz is the Department’s new Parks, Forestry & Open Space Manager!

Benny comes to us from the City of Thornton with 23 years of experience. He is currently working on a degree in organizational leadership through Colorado State University, holds many relevant certifications, and is presently the President of the Colorado Sports Field Management Association.

Benny is an avid outdoorsman, and enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with family.

Cheyanne Greer General Programs & Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator

Please join us in welcoming our new General Programs & Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator, Cheyanne Greer!

Cheyanne believes that if you follow your passion, you will find your purpose. She is passionate about working with today’s youth and is excited for her new position at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, where she hopes to create a motivational, inspirational, and fulfilling work environment. Previously, Cheyanne worked for over 7 years on a wonderful Colorado initiative that started high school age apprenticeships in professional settings.

Cheyanne graduated Wheat Ridge High School as a proud farmer but has traveled far from home since. She is an avid traveler and has been to 5 continents (lived on 3) and many more countries! She worked with youth in Africa, apes in Thailand and studied art in Paris. In Cheyanne’s spare time she loves to do chalk art and has been involved in the Denver Chalk Art Festival for over 4 years. She also loves rock climbing, reading, and socializing.

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Wheat Ridge Recreation Center

Facility Hours

Steam Room & Sauna

Mon-Thurs Closes 9:45pm

Closes

Modified Hours

Aug 21st - 25th (Cleaning Week): Closed

*See page 4 for more information on pool schedule changes and closures during Recreation Center cleaning week

Sept 4th (Labor Day): 10:00am-5:00pm

Nov 24th (Thanksgiving): Closed

Dec 24th (Christmas Eve): 10:00am-3:00pm

Dec 25th (Christmas Day): Closed

Dec 31st (New Year’s Eve): 10:00am - 5:00pm

Jan 1st (New Year’s Day): Closed

Pool Hours

Leisure Pool/Lap Pool

Leisure and Lap Pool schedules can be found online at www.rootedinfun.com/aquatics

The schedule posted online is subject to change due to staffing.

Fitness Safety Orientation

(REQUIRED FOR AGES 12-17 TO ACCESS FITNESS FLOOR)

Hours:

Mondays 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Tue-Thus 12:00pm - 2:00pm 3:30pm - 6:30pm

Saturdays 8:00am - 12:00pm

Or by appointment only

Demonstration on proper use of fitness equipment and information on safety and weight room etiquette Athletic shoes and attire required .

TO SIGN UP 303-231-1330

Need Inclusion Assistance?

Adapted Fitness Orientation available by request, call Cheyanne 303-231-1317

Family Fitness Hours (8+)

Youth ages 8 – 11 may access the fitness floor with a parent upon completion of a Saturday Fitness Safety Orientation.

Saturdays 10:00am – 5:00pm

Fitness, Gym & Aquatic Schedules

Available at our facilities & online at www.rootedinfun.com

Children's Pavilion Drop-in Childcare

Enjoy the convenience of on-site, affordable drop-in child care while you’re getting a workout in at the Recreation Center!

Price: Each 1/2 hour: $2/child

20 Half Hour Visits: $34 (15% off)

40 Half Hour Visits: $64 (20% off)

Hours:

Mon-Fri 8:30am - 1:00pm

Mon-Thurs 4:30 - 7:30pm Saturday 8:00am - 12:30pm

Recreation Center Admission & Passes

under 3 are FREE! 10 VISIT PASS 15% off Daily Admission

Included: Use of the lap and leisure pools, gymnasium, climbing wall, racquetball courts, fitness and weight area, drop-in fitness and aqua exercise classes.

ADMISSION Valid all day long, stamp required for re-entry

PASS Auto Pay Only

Climbing Wall

(Ages 6+) FREE Safety Orientations and Belay Training with admission!

ANNUAL PASS Payment due up front + must have same expiration date

• 2 FREE Guest Passes per pass member

• 15% off Children's Pavilion Multi-Visit Passes

• 50% off 1 Personal Training Session

• 50% off 1 hr Massage or Reiki Session

• 50% off 2 Recreation Classes (Exclusions: Swim lessons, Sun Camp, Preschool)

R: RESIDENT OF WHEAT RIDGE | JEFFCO: JEFFERSON COUNTY | NR: NON-RESIDENT

*To receive Resident or Jeffco rates at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, adults 18+ must acquire a Resident Discount Card This requires proof of address with a valid driver’s license or state photo ID If the ID doesn’t have a current address, you must provide proof of address with a utility bill, phone bill, or car registration in addition to the ID Addresses will be verified every 2 years

Discount program available to those who qualify. Learn more at www.rootedinfun.com/discounts

Eligible members may use Silver Sneakers & Renew Active for pool use or drop-in to use the facility for individual workouts, fitness classes, pickleball, racquetball.

START CLIMBING:

1. Sign the waiver (Required)

2. Attend a Safety Orientation (Required)

3. Get Belay Certified (Optional)

4. Climb!

SAFETY ORIENTATION

Available during supervised climbing hours only. No appointment needed. Please allow 45-60 min. First come, first served.

BELAY TRAINING (Ages 12+)

Limited space. Reserve a spot with climbing staff at orientation or contact Jim Spaulding at 303-231-1310 or jspaulding@ci.wheatridge.co.us.

Wednesday: 4:00-5:30pm or 5:30-7:00pm

SUPERVISED CLIMB

Climbing Wall Staff available to belay and conduct safety orientations.

Mon & Wed: 4:00-7:00pm

Saturday: 12:00-3:00pm

OPEN CLIMB

Not staffed. Belay certified adults may climb or belay climbers 6+

Mon & Wed: 5:30-4:00pm / 7:00pm-10:00pm

Tues & Thurs: 5:30 - 10:00pm

Friday: 5:30 - 6:30pm

Saturday: 7:00 - 8:00pm

Sunday: 10:00 - 8:00pm