Recreation Programs
The Pico Rivera Adaptive Dance Program is designed to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for individuals of all abilities. This program offers a fun and creative way for participants to express themselves through movement, regardless of physical or cognitive challenges, while fostering a sense of community and joy.
A guardian or caretaker must supervise participants. Group homes are encouraged to participate. An attendant or program aid must remain on-site to assist as needed.
Upcoming Events:
- Valentine’s Friendship Dance – February 14, 2025
- Mardi Gras Dance – March 14, 2025
Location: 9528 Beverly Blvd. Pico Park
Time: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Note: $5 per person. Cash only. Caretakers and guardians are free. There is a 200-person capacity limit.
Eyvette Ruiz
Coordinator
8421 San Luis Potosi Pl.
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4931
Email: eruiz@pico-rivera.org
The Smith Park Aquatic Center is closed for the 2024 season due to renovations.
Candice West
Supervisor
6016 Rosemead Blvd.
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4438
Email: cvwest@pico-rivera.org
Our child supervision programs provide a safe, educational, and fun environment for your child in the most cost-effective manner possible. Our programs are designed to promote physical, emotional, and social well-being for your child.
View programs:
Candice West Eduardo De Leon
Supervisor – REACH Supervisor – DAY CAMPS
6016 Rosemead Boulevard 9530 Shade Lane
Pico Rivera, CA 90660 Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4438 (562) 801-4432
Email: cwest@pico-rivera.org Email: edeleon@pico-rivera.org
The Pico Rivera Community Gardens was established to promote healthy living and provide residents who do not have garden space with the opportunity to grow produce for personal use. The Community Gardens is comprised of 18’ x 22’ plots rented annually and is available for use by residents and non-residents.
18’ x 22’ Plots:
Resident $85.00
Seniors 60+ $60.00
Non-resident $95.00
Seniors 60+ $95.00
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR JULY 1, 2023 thru JUNE 30, 2024
Location & Hours of Operation
8606 Beverly Road
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
April – October
Monday – Sunday 6:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
November – March
Monday – Sunday 6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m
Community Gardens Handbooks
Community Gardens Required Forms
Submit all required forms to Eyvette Ruiz via email.
Once capacity is reached, all other applicants will be added to the waitlist in chronological order and will be contacted once a plot becomes available.
Eyvette Ruiz
Coordinator
Rio Hondo Park
8421 San Luis Potosi Place
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4932
Email: eruiz@pico-rivera.org
Share your creative talent and love for teaching with the Pico Rivera community. We are looking for innovative, talented, and proficient contract instructors to teach classes that enhance the quality of life for the Pico Rivera residents.
Download PDF: Contract Class Proposal
All paperwork to be submitted to park site staff or direct via email to Recreation Coordinator, Eyvette Ruiz.
Please be advised, submission of a class proposal does not guarantee selection as a contract instructor. If the proposal meets the Department needs, the potential contract instructor will be contacted to schedule a follow-up appointment.
For more information, click here
Eyvette Ruiz
Coordinator
8421 San Luis Potosi Place
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4932
Email: eruiz@pico-rivera.org
About the Golf Club
The Pico Rivera Golf Club is a 9-hole executive course designed by William F. Bell and built in 1968 on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers land. The course is owned by the City of Pico Rivera. The lighted course plays to a par 29, measures 1504 yards, features a covered driving range, two putting greens, pro shop, Café, and banquet facilities.
Pico Rivera Golf Club
3260 Fairway Drive
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
562.801.4229
More information, visit https://picoriveragolfclub.com/
The Pico Rivera Senior Center offers a variety of recreational classes, activities, and social services throughout the year for adults 50 years of age and older including:
- Billiard Room
- Computer Lab
- Fitness Room
- Outdoor Ping Pong Table
- Information and Referral Services
- Transportation Services
- Themed Events
Facility Hours of Operation:
Monday – Thursday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Note: facility amenity hours vary by room.
Location:
Pico Rivera Senior Center
9200 Mines Avenue
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 948-4844
Lizet Olmos
Supervisor
Department of Parks and Recreation Office
9200 Mines Ave.
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4920
Email: lolmos@pico-rivera.org
The Department of Parks and Recreation hosts annual community events, including a weekly Wednesday Certified Farmers Market, Easter Eggstravaganza, Summer Meal Program (SFSP), Fireworks Spectacular, Summer Street Fest (SSF), Dive-In Movies, Halloween Spooktacular, and Tree Lighting Festival. This division also supports non-departmental organizations with annual events such as the National Day of Prayer, retail store grand openings, and ribbon-cutting ceremonies. The special events division oversees community volunteers and community partners such as sponsors.
Volunteers Wanted
Donate your time and efforts at upcoming special events. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the Department of Parks and Recreation at (562) 801-4353 or download a volunteer application. Please bring your completed Volunteer Application to the event. If you are unable to print ahead of time, volunteer applications will be readily available on-site.
Vendors
All interested vendors for upcoming events may contact the Parks & Recreation main office via phone for all inquiries and more information.
Ricardo Veloz
Manager
Pico Park
9528 Beverly Boulevard
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4470
The Department of Parks and Recreation strives to provide quality recreational opportunities to our residents through traditional sports programs for youth. Community Sports Organizations (CSO) are recognized by the Pico Rivera City Council and Parks & Recreation Commission. These organizations provide a safe and fun atmosphere for our athletes.
Community Sports Organizations (CSO’s)
Baseball
- PONY Baseball picoriverapony.com
- Pico Boys picoboysbaseball.com
- RBA 562.832.0846
- Pico Rivera Baseball Academy 562.360.2333
Softball
- Pico Fastpitch 562.619.5470
Soccer
- AYSO 562.745.4180
Football/Cheer
- Dons 562.942.8044
Candice West
Supervisor – CSO
Smith Park
6016 Rosemead Blvd.
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4438
Email: cwest@pico-rivera.org
The Department of Parks and Recreation strives to provide quality recreational sports programming for youth. The sports division is designed to teach, develop and enhance sports programs for youth. The main focus of our programs are to teach the basic fundamentals for all sports. Our Pico Rivera Youth Sports programming provide a safe and fun environment for our athlethes.
Programs:
- Winter Youth Basketball League
- Summer Youth Basketball League
- Futsal League
- Jr. Hoopstars Basketball League
- Lil’ Kidsport Baseball
- Lil’ Kidsport Basketball
- Basketball Clinic
- Volleyball Clinic
- Special Olympic Soccer
- Special Olympic Basketball
Eduardo De Leon Deanna Diaz
Supervisor Coordinator
Rivera Park Rivera Park
6616 Rosemead Blvd. 9530 Shade Lane
Pico Rivera, CA 90660 Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4432 (562) 801-4425
Email: edeleon@pico-rivera.org Email: ddiaz@pico-rivera.org
The Pico Rivera Youth Center offers drop-in recreational activities and amenities such as: basketball, billiards, Xbox 360, PS2, foosball tables, Nintendo Wii, computer use, karaoke, and more. The PRYC also sponsors movie nights, volunteer opportunities, teen workshops, field trips, sports and outdoor events.
The Youth Center also offers a variety of services including:
• Classes, Workshops, & Excursions
• Drop-in Activities
• Help with Homework
LOCATION
Rio Hondo Park
8421 San Luis Potosi Place
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4931
HOURS OF OPERATION
After School Hours:
Monday – Thursday, 3:00 – 7:00PM
Fridays, 3:00 – 6:00PM.
School Break Hours:
(Spring, Winter, & Summer Break)
Monday – Thursday, 3:00 – 7:00PM
Fridays, 3:00 – 6:00PM.
(Hours subject to change without notice)
DONATIONS
The Pico Rivera Youth Center gladly accepts donations of all sorts from local merchants. Items such as food coupons from restaurants and gift certificates from stores are used at our special events. Financial contributions help offset event expenses, and allow us to purchase other recreational equipment. If your company would like to contribute to the PRYC, please contact Eyvette Ruiz at (562) 801-4932.
Eyvette Ruiz
Coordinator
8421 San Luis Potosi Pl.
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4931
Email: eruiz@pico-rivera.org
The Pico Rivera Department of Parks and Recreation Trips & Tours Division offers one-day, family-friendly, year-round excursions. Excursions are designed to provide opportunities to learn and explore, as well as socialize with others.
All Public Health Protocols will be in effect for ALL excursions.
All trips depart from the Pico Rivera Senior Center, 9200 Mines Ave, unless otherwise noted.
Available city excursions are available for registration with limited capacity for each excursion. Online registration will be accepted at picoriveraca.myrec.com. A MyRec account is required for all online Recreation transactions.
In-person registrations can be taken at the Senior Center and park sites. At this time, the Parks and Recreation Office will remain closed for in-person registrations to the public.
Juliean Martinez
Coordinator
Pico Rivera Senior Center
9200 Mines Ave.
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-6302
Email: jul.martinez@pico-rivera.org
Adaptive dance events are only for participants with physical/intellectual disabilities and participants must be supervised by a parent, guardian or a caretaker. Group homes are encouraged to participate. An attendant or program aide must remain to assist as needed.
Due to the ongoing pandemic, all Adaptive Recreation Events have been postponed until further notice.
Eyvette Ruiz
Coordinator
8421 San Luis Potosi Pl.
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4932
Email: eruiz@pico-rivera.org
Aquatics
The Smith Park Aquatic Center is closed due to renovations. We will see you soon!
The Aquatics Division operates and maintains the Olympic-size pool at Smith Park that measures 50 meters by 25 yards. The pool operates from June – August to offer swim lessons, lap and recreational swimming, aqua aerobics, diving instruction, water polo, poolside special events, and a Junior Lifeguard program. The Aquatics Division also hosts a number of end-of-the-year swim parties for schools and community groups.
Candice West
Supervisor
6016 Rosemead Blvd.
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4438
Email: cvwest@pico-rivera.org
Child Supervision
Our child supervision programs provide a safe, educational, and fun environment for your child in the most cost-effective manner possible. Our programs are designed to promote physical, emotional, and social well-being for your child.
View programs:
Candice West Adriana Moran
Supervisor – REACH Supervisor – DAY CAMPS
6016 Rosemead Boulevard 6767 San Passons Boulevard
Pico Rivera, CA 90660 Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4438 (562) 801-4302
Email: cwest@pico-rivera.org Email: amoran@pico-rivera.org
Community Gardens
The Pico Rivera Community Gardens was established to promote healthy living and provide residents who do not have garden space with the opportunity to grow produce for personal use. The Community Gardens is comprised of 8.5′ x 22′ plots and 18’ x 22’ plots rented annually and is available for use by residents and non-residents.
Location & Hours of Operation
8606 Beverly Road
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
April – October
Monday – Sunday 6:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
November – March
Monday – Sunday 6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m
Community Gardens Handbooks
Community Gardens Required Forms
Submit all required forms to Adriana Moran via email.
Adriana Moran
Supervisor
Department of Parks and Recreation Office
6767 Passons Boulevard
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4430
Email: amoran@pico-rivera.org
Pico Rivera Golf Club
About the Golf Club
The Pico Rivera Golf Club is a 9-hole executive course designed by William F. Bell and built in 1968 on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers land. The course is owned by the City of Pico Rivera. The lighted course plays to a par 29, measures 1504 yards, features a covered driving range, two putting greens, pro shop, Café, and banquet facilities.
Pico Rivera Golf Club
3260 Fairway Drive
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
562.801.4229
More information, visit https://www.picoriveragc.com/
The Pico Rivera Senior Center offers a variety of recreational classes, activities, and social services throughout the year for adults 50 years of age and older including:
- Billiard Room
- Computer Lab
- Fitness Room
- Outdoor Ping Pong Table
- Information and Referral Services
- Transportation Services
- Themed Events
Facility Hours of Operation:
Monday – Thursday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Note: facility amenity hours vary by room.
Location:
Pico Rivera Senior Center
9200 Mines Avenue
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 948-4844
Lizet Olmos
Supervisor
Department of Parks and Recreation Office
9200 Mines Ave.
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4920
Email: lolmos@pico-rivera.org
Special Events
The Department of Parks and Recreation hosts annual community events including a weekly Wednesday Certified Farmers Market, Easter Eggstravaganza, Summer Meal Program (SFSP), Fireworks Spectacular, Summer Street Fest (SSF), Dive-In Movies, Halloween Spooktacular, and Tree Lighting Festival. This division also supports non-departmental organizations with annual events such as the National Day of Prayer, retail store grand openings, and ribbon-cutting ceremonies. The special events division oversees community volunteers and community partners such as sponsors.
Volunteers Wanted
Donate your time and efforts at upcoming special events. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the Department of Parks and Recreation at (562) 801-4353 or download a volunteer application. Please bring your completed Volunteer Application to the event. If you are unable to print ahead of time, volunteer applications will be readily available on-site.
Vendors
All interested vendors for upcoming events may contact Ana Guillen via email for all inquiries and more information.
Efrain Lee Ana Guillen
Supervisor Coordinator
(562) 801-2166 (562) 801-4353
(562) 801-4306 Fax (562) 801-4306 Fax
Email: elee@pico-rivera.org Email: aguillen@pico-rivera.org
Sports
The Department of Parks and Recreation strives to provide quality recreational opportunities to our residents through various traditional and nontraditional sports programs for youth and adults. The sports division also encompasses the Community Sport Organizations (CSO) that are recognized by the Pico Rivera City Council, as well as our Coaches Advisory Council which assists the youth basketball league (PRYS) coordinator in providing a safe and fun atmosphere for our athletes.
Deanna Diaz Eduardo De Leon
Coordinator Coordinator – Community Sport Organizations
9530 Shade Lane 6616 Rosemead Blvd.
Pico Rivera, CA 90660 Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4425 (562) 801-4432
Email: ddiaz@pico-rivera.org Email: edeleon@pico-rivera.org
The Pico Rivera Youth Center offers drop-in recreational activities and amenities such as: basketball, billiards, Xbox 360, PS2, foosball tables, Nintendo Wii, computer use, karaoke, and more. The PRYC also sponsors movie nights, volunteer opportunities, teen workshops, field trips, sports and outdoor events.
The Youth Center also offers a variety of services including:
• Classes, Workshops, & Excursions
• Drop-in Activities
• Help with Homework
LOCATION
Rio Hondo Park
8421 San Luis Potosi Place
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4931
HOURS OF OPERATION
After School Hours:
Monday – Thursday, 3:00 – 7:00PM
Fridays, 3:00 – 6:00PM.
School Break Hours:
(Spring, Winter, & Summer Break)
Monday – Thursday, 2:00 – 7:00PM
Fridays, 2:00 – 6:00PM.
(Hours subject to change without notice)
DONATIONS
The Pico Rivera Youth Center gladly accepts donations of all sorts from local merchants. Items such as food coupons from restaurants and gift certificates from stores are used at our special events. Financial contributions help offset event expenses, and allow us to purchase other recreational equipment. If your company would like to contribute to the PRYC, please contact Eyvette Ruiz at (562) 801-4932.
Eyvette Ruiz
Coordinator
8421 San Luis Potosi Pl.
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4931
Email: eruiz@pico-rivera.org
Trips and Tours
The Pico Rivera Department of Parks and Recreation Trips & Tours Division offers one-day, family-friendly, year-round excursions. Excursions are designed to provide opportunities to learn and explore, as well as socialize with others.
All Public Health Protocols will be in effect for ALL excursions.
All trips depart from the Pico Rivera Senior Center, 9200 Mines Ave, unless otherwise noted.
City excursions will begin in November with limited capacity for each excursion. Online registration will be accepted at picoriveraca.myrec.com. A MyRec account is required for all online Recreation transactions.
In-person registrations can be taken at the Senior Center. At this time the Parks and Recreation Office will remain closed for in-person registrations to the public.
Adriana Moran
Supervisor
6767 Passons Blvd.
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
(562) 801-4430
(562) 801-0671 Fax
Email: amoran@pico-rivera.org
Summer Meal Program
The SFSP is an important program, providing free meals to children 18 and under throughout the summer months to ensure that they have access to healthy, nutritious food while school is not in session.
This week’s menu (August 1 – August 5)
