Academy West offers classes in gymnastics, dance, tumbling, and cheer, and also an academic preschool. Children as young as 18 months can enroll in the gymnastics program. Dance instruction is available to children ages three and up, the preschool is three and four year olds, while cheer and tumbling instruction is for children age five & up. Academy West has competitive teams for tumbling, trampoline, gymnastics, and dance. Competitive cheer is expected to be added soon.

Birthday party packages are available for children ages three to 18. Party guests have use of a private party room, gymnastics equipment, and the foam pit.

Alta Canyon Sports Center is full of activities for all age groups. The highlight of the Center is the outdoor Olympic-size swimming pool, open Memorial Day through Labor Day, which offers magnificent views of the mountains. A concession stand is open during swim times to buy snacks.

Swimming lessons include: American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program for children six months to five years, Level I-VII for children five years and older, diving classes, Boy Scout Water Safety Program, teen lessons, Jr. Guard, and Pre-Competitive Swim Team for seven to 15-year-olds. Prices and times vary; call for more information. Pool hours are Mon-Fri 12n-4:30pm & 6:30pm-8pm; Sat 12n-8pm; Sun 12n-5pm (Memorial Day-Labor Day). Call for holiday schedule.

Tumbling classes are offered for ages three to ten. Classes are taught Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. Boys and girls of all levels can participate.

Tennis coach Ken Wade offers tennis lessons for five to 18-year-old children. Levels include Beginner and Intermediate, and class size is limited to fifteen players per class. Both spring and summer lessons are offered. Call or check the website for dates, times, and prices. Registration begins in early April.

Afternoon Pre-school is offered in the fall three days a week from Labor Day to Memorial Day for three to five year olds.

The FIRST Club is offered both before- and afterschool and off-track for kids in grades one through six. It is a state licensed childcare program. Children participate in recreational activities, arts & crafts, and can get homework help. The program also includes a weekly fieldtrip and daily snacks. Transportation is provided to and from various area schools for the afterschool program. For more information call 801.568.4613.

Kid's Summer Camp activities at the Alta Canyon Sports Center include arts and crafts, swimming, and active play. Also offered are outings to places such as Raging Waters, the Museum of Natural History, Nickelcade, Classic Skating, bowling, and The Gateway. Each week of camp has a theme. The camp is designed especially for kids between the ages of five and 12.

Teens can register for R.E.B.A.L. Summer Camp (Recreation and Endurance Boys And Ladies). The camps are for teens ages 12 to 14, and planned activities include sports, arts and crafts, and fieldtrips. Some specific fieldtrips/activities the camp has offered are trips to Boondocks, Raging Waters, Nickelcade, and movie premiers. The weeks are themed, with themes catering to teens.

For both the teen camps and the kid summer camps, there is a $100 registration fee for each session, and registration begins in mid to late March. Call or check the website for dates and pricing.

Children ages three to seven can enroll in Kinder Camp. Morning and afternoon sessions are offered four days each week for two weeks. Sessions include swim lessons, so children should arrive ready to swim. Space is limited to 12 children per session. Call or check the website for dates and pricing; registration begins in early April.

Sports-minded kids ages seven to 12 can try the Champ Camp, a week-long summer camp teaching basic rules for ten team sports, and opportunities to play them. Registration begins in early March. Call or check the website for dates and pricing.

Alta Canyon Sports Center hosts birthday parties, private pool parties, and offers private pool pavilion rental at its outdoor 50-meter pool. Call for reservations.

Family memberships are available for the summer or on an annual basis. Residents qualify for a discount on memberships. Call for prices and for more information.

Deep powder snow, rugged terrain, and spectacular scenery are world renown characteristics of Alta. Its best kept secret is the great beginner and intermediate terrain. The wide variety of terrain and snow conditions provide skiing opportunities for every level of skier.

The Alf Engen Ski School at Alta is considered one of the best in North America. Make reservations via phone or email (skischool@alta.com). The school caters to anyone from the first time skier to the advanced skier.

This resort is for skiers only. No snowboarding is allowed.

The ski season at Alta typically runs mid November to mid April, conditions permitting.

Aly's Water Works offers private swim lessons and parent-toddler classes. Private lessons are available to anyone age three and up. Parent-Toddler classes are for children from 12 to 36 months old.

Kids' Water Fitness classes are offered during the summer months. The classes are geared toward children ages eight to 12, but kids as young as five are welcome to attend. Pre-registration is required. Check the website for details.

Bailie's Gymnastics offers gymnastics/tumbling/fitness programs for children ages one to eighteen. Classes for boys and girls are available. Children with advanced skill levels can join Bailie's competitive teams.

Tiny Tumblers is a parent/child movement and gymnastics class for boys and girls ages one to two. Children learn basic gymnastics skills - balance, coordination, motor skills - using equipment such as the vault, balance beam, tumbling mats, parachutes, bean bags, and hoops. The kids also learn to share, take turns, and work in groups.

Three and four year-olds are ready for the Preschool Class - an opportunity to gain all the skills listed above, using much of the same equipment, but this time without the mommy/daddy assistance. Teachers work with the children, helping them advance through several skill levels throughout the course. Two times a year, the students perform routines for their families to show off what they've learned.

Recreational Classes (for girls ages 5-12) focus on preparing gymnasts not only for more advanced gymnastics skills, but also for skills needed for any other sport or physical activity. Participants gain strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and life skills. Our classes also help kids develop such important life skills such as goal setting, perseverance, and a positive attitude toward learning/trying new things.

To learn about the other classes offered at the gym, and to see a complete schedule and pricing, check the website. Prices vary by class, but parents can expect very reasonable/affordable pricing.

Bailie's Gymnastics offers gymnastics/tumbling/fitness programs for children ages one to eighteen. Classes for boys and girls are available. Children with advanced skill levels can join Bailie's competitive teams.

Tiny Tumblers is a parent/child movement and gymnastics class for boys and girls ages one to two. Children learn basic gymnastics skills - balance, coordination, motor skills - using equipment such as the vault, balance beam, tumbling mats, parachutes, bean bags, and hoops. The kids also learn to share, take turns, and work in groups.

Three and four year-olds are ready for the Preschool Class - an opportunity to gain all the skills listed above, using much of the same equipment, but this time without the mommy/daddy assistance. Teachers work with the children, helping them advance through several skill levels throughout the course. Two times a year, the students perform routines for their families to show off what they've learned.

Recreational Classes (for girls ages 5-12) focus on preparing gymnasts not only for more advanced gymnastics skills, but also for skills needed for any other sport or physical activity. Participants gain strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, body awareness, and life skills. Our classes also help kids develop such important life skills such as goal setting, perseverance, and a positive attitude toward learning/trying new things.

To learn about the other classes offered at the gym, and to see a complete schedule and pricing, check the website. Prices vary by class, but parents can expect very reasonable/affordable pricing.

The Basin Recreation Field House is an athletic center that features an indoor turf field, cardio machines, a weight room, a running track, batting cages with pitching machines, and golf practice cages. Several sports offerings for children and families are available, including Soccer and lacrosse leagues, camps, and clinics, Parent/Tot Fitness Adventures by Stretch-n-Grow, Shooting Stars Running Programs, and yoga for teens and tweens.

Memberships are available. See the rec center's website for a complete price list.

Black Diamond Gymnastics and Sports Center offers all levels of gymnastics, trampoline, cheerleading, rock climbing, and tumbling instruction. An academic tutoring program for grades one through 12 compliments the athletic offerings. Classes, birthday parties, after school programs, sports camps, and teams are available through the center.

A complete schedule of classes is available on the website. A preschool program for children ages nine months to six years focuses on gross and fine motor skills, cognitive development, social skills, positive self-esteem, and basic gymnastics and movement education.

Children in the afterschool enrichment program get picked up from their school and taken to Black Diamond where they attend a class appropriate for their age and ability, do crafts, and work on homework. The program is offered Monday through Friday until 6pm.

Three birthday party packages are available: Circus, Gymnastics, and rock climbing. All equipment is provided. Packages include invitations, a one-hour class, and balloons for everyone. Call for pricing and to reserve a party spot.

Sports camps are offered from late June to mid August. The four-day camps are for children ages three to 12, and run Monday through Thursday. Call or check the website for prices and schedules.

Black Diamond Gymnastics and Sports Center offers all levels of gymnastics, trampoline, cheerleading, rock climbing, and tumbling instruction. An academic tutoring program for grades one through 12 compliments the athletic offerings. Classes, birthday parties, after school programs, sports camps, and teams are available through the center.

A complete schedule of classes is available on the website. A preschool program for children ages nine months to six years focuses on gross and fine motor skills, cognitive development, social skills, positive self-esteem, and basic gymnastics and movement education.

Children in the afterschool enrichment program get picked up from their school and taken to Black Diamond where they attend a class appropriate for their age and ability, do crafts, and work on homework. The program is offered Monday through Friday until 6pm.

Three birthday party packages are available: Circus, Gymnastics, and rock climbing. All equipment is provided. Packages include invitations, a one-hour class, and balloons for everyone. Call for pricing and to reserve a party spot.

Sports camps are offered from late June to mid August. The four-day camps are for children ages three to 12, and run Monday through Thursday. Call or check the website for prices and schedules.

Black Diamond Gymnastics and Sports Center offers all levels of gymnastics, trampoline, cheerleading, rock climbing, and tumbling instruction. An academic tutoring program for grades one through 12 compliments the athletic offerings. Classes, birthday parties, after school programs, sports camps, and teams are available through the center.

A complete schedule of classes is available on the website. A preschool program for children ages nine months to six years focuses on gross and fine motor skills, cognitive development, social skills, positive self-esteem, and basic gymnastics and movement education.

Children in the afterschool enrichment program get picked up from their school and taken to Black Diamond where they attend a class appropriate for their age and ability, do crafts, and work on homework. The program is offered Monday through Friday until 6pm.

Three birthday party packages are available: Circus, Gymnastics, and rock climbing. All equipment is provided. Packages include invitations, a one-hour class, and balloons for everyone. Call for pricing and to reserve a party spot.

Sports camps are offered from late June to mid August. The four-day camps are for children ages three to 12, and run Monday through Thursday. Call or check the website for prices and schedules.

Black Diamond Gymnastics and Sports Center offers all levels of gymnastics, trampoline, cheerleading, rock climbing, and tumbling instruction. An academic tutoring program for grades one through 12 compliments the athletic offerings. Classes, birthday parties, after school programs, sports camps, and teams are available through the center.

A complete schedule of classes is available on the website. A preschool program for children ages nine months to six years focuses on gross and fine motor skills, cognitive development, social skills, positive self-esteem, and basic gymnastics and movement education.

Children in the afterschool enrichment program get picked up from their school and taken to Black Diamond where they attend a class appropriate for their age and ability, do crafts, and work on homework. The program is offered Monday through Friday until 6pm.

Three birthday party packages are available: Circus, Gymnastics, and rock climbing. All equipment is provided. Packages include invitations, a one-hour class, and balloons for everyone. Call for pricing and to reserve a party spot.

Sports camps are offered from late June to mid August. The four-day camps are for children ages three to 12, and run Monday through Thursday. Call or check the website for prices and schedules.

Brighton offers skiers and snowboarders an average annual snowfall of over 500 inches each winter. It boasts 66 runs of varying terrain (21% beginner, 40% intermediate, and 39% advanced/expert). For several years in a row, reader polls have rated the resort the "Best Family Friendly Terrain", and the "Best Family Value".

Brighton operates some of the West's largest night skiing, with over 200 lighted acres. Night lifts are open Mon-Sat 4pm-9pm.

The Brighton Lodge offers a continental breakfast, outdoor jacuzzi, in-room refrigerators, and a common area with fireplace, microwave, and big screen TV. Children ages six and under stay and ski free (limit two per adult).

The resort has three slope-side dining choices. The Alpine Rose provides cafeteria style dining, while Molly Green's is a full service private club. The Brighton Chalet is a place to grab a quick bite while skiing Mt. Millicent.

Brighton operates a ski and snowboard school for all levels, beginner to expert. Children must be at least four years old to attend. See the website for schedules and rates.

The Centennial Swimming Pool is an outdoor pool. It features two water slides, water play areas, water geysers, and six lanes for lap swimming. People must be at least 48" tall to ride the water slides. Children ages seven and under must be closely supervised by an adult. Swimming fees for children ages three and under include a swim diaper.

Monday nights are Family Nights; Families (up to six people) can swim for $10 from 5pm to 8pm.

Frequent pool visitors might want to consider purchasing monthly or seasonal passes. Details are available on the pool's website.

Swimming lessons are available, including parent/tot classes.

The pool can be reserved in the evenings for private parties. Pavilion rentals are available during open plunge times. Call or visit the website for details.

The Central Valley Golf Course is a nine hole course. It is shorter than regulation length, but longer than executive length, making it a great course for beginners of all ages, both males and females. It is also a good place for golfers who wish to work on improving their game. The cost of a game is $9.50 if walking the course or $13.50 if renting a cart. Seniors and juniors pay $2.50 less Mondays through Fridays. Tee times start at 6am. The last tee time is at 7:40pm (depending on daylight). It is always a good idea to call ahead to reserve a tee time, especially on weekends.

A junior league is available for kids between the ages of eight and 15. Children in the league must be able to play nine holes unattended by an adult. The league runs mid June through mid August. The price is very reasonable; $25 covers prizes and the season ending lunch and awards presentation, and children pay $3.50 for nine holes on Tuesdays and half price for range balls if needed.

Central Valley Golf Course is the host course for the LPGA/USGA Girls Golf Program. The program is intended for girls who are just getting started in the game of golf, or for girls who want to improve their game. A fee of $30 covers nine hours of instruction, ten hours of golf, games, contests, and a pizza party at the end of the program. Call for details.

Two 18 hole mini golf courses are open the same hours as the driving range (Golf in the Round): 9am to 10pm in the summer, 9am to 8pm in the spring and fall, and 9am to 6pm in the winter. Unlimited play costs adults $5 Tuesdays through Sundays. Children pay $1 less than adults. Mondays are Family Days; adults and kids pay just $3 to play. The direct line for the mini golf courses and the driving range is 801.973.2345.

Clearfield Aquatic Center offers more than just swimming pools. The center houses an indoor track, a gymnasium for basketball or volleyball, a cardio room, a weight room, rooms for fitness classes, family locker rooms, and, of course, pools (a lap pool, an outdoor splash pad and wading pool, and an indoor water park with a lazy river current channel, spiral slide, water toys, and jacuzzi). Swimming lessons are offered.

Drop-in daycare is available for aquatic center patrons..

The center offers birthday party packages. Parties include an hour in a private party room, admission for eight children and two adults, two one-topping pizzas, drinks, and tableware. Additional guests, pizzas, and toppings can be added. One adult must be present for every four children if the children are under the age of eight. Call for details or to book a party.

Memberships are available. Visit the website for pricing and details.

Coach Mike's Tennis Academy offers junior and adult lessons. Special summer sessions for juniors are offered Monday through Friday. The tennis academy also provides group workouts, private instruction, junior and adult leagues for all skill levels, and fun tennis socials. A proshop is onsite to outfit everyone with athleticwear and tennis racquets.

Coach Mike's Tennis Academy offers junior and adult lessons. Special summer sessions for juniors are offered Monday through Friday. The tennis academy also provides group workouts, private instruction, junior and adult leagues for all skill levels, and fun tennis socials. A proshop is onsite to outfit everyone with athleticwear and tennis racquets.

Copperview Community Center - also called the Copperview Recreation Center - offers several arts and sports programs for kids and families. Specific programs include adult softball leagues and teams, Crafty Kids classes (ages 3-12), Kid Sport classes (ages 3-5), outdoor soccer (ages 3-12), Summer Arts in the Park (ages 5-10), Summer Field Trip Frenzy (ages 8-12), Super Summer Blast (ages 5-12), tennis lessons, a Youth Theatre program, youth baseball (ages 9-13), youth t-ball and coach pitch, and a weight room. Free and reduced pricing is available for those with a demonstrated need. Scholarships are also available.

An adaptive recreation program is available for individuals with disabilities.

Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center offers indoor and outdoor swimming pools, an ice-rink for hockey and skating, tennis, a variety of field sports, racquetball, wallyball, specialty classes, a skate park, a nursery and more.

The outdoor pool is the hottest ticket in town during the summer (very crowded). It's a big hit with young children thanks to its very large zero-depth entry (gradual increase in depth) and pool playground; older children enjoy the impressive water slides. Please check the schedule or call the center for more information. There is no charge to members; non-member youth (ages three to 17) and seniors pay $4, adults pay $5. Monday and Friday nights are Family Nights - bring your whole family and pay only $16 for up to six immediate family members. If you have a group of seven or more, you can get a group rate of $3.25 per person if you reserve in advance. The indoor pool has the same pricing.

Over a dozen different swimming classes are offered year-round for children ages three to five. Discounts are available if enrolling more than one child. Private lessons are not scheduled at the center, though arrangements can be made to use the pool for private lessons.

Puck practice, hockey lessons and hockey leagues are all geared to get you as close to the NHL as possible. Puck practice is $5 per player (free for goalies) and is scheduled by age groups. Please check the schedule or call the center for more information.

Hockey lessons are offered year round for children ages five to 16. Basic skating skills are a pre-requisite for these classes. Most equipment is available from the skate rental room free of charge during class time. Students are to provide their own shin guards, elbow pads, and hockey gloves. Classes consist of 10 to 14 children, and the cost is $45 for members and $50 for non-members. A discount is available if enrolling more than one child.

To join a hockey league, please contact the coordinator for the group you are interested in joining.

The year-round ice-skating rink offers open ice-skating, skating lessons and figure skating clubs. Open ice-skating is a very popular weekend outing for all ages. Check the schedule or call the center for more information. There is no charge to members; non-member youth (ages four to 17) and seniors pay $4.50; adults pay $5. Skate rentals are included with the nonmember pricing and for premium members; basic members pay $1.50 for skate rentals. If you have a group of seven or more, you can get a group rate of $4 per person, including skate rentals, with advance reservations.

The Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center follows the US Figure Skating Association's Skate with US program, so your youngster has a better chance of making it to the Olympics! Classes are offered to ages four and up in groups of eight to 12 students. Members pay $45 for six half-hour lessons, or $50 for non-members. A $1 discount is applied if more than one child is enrolled.

Private ice skating lessons can be scheduled at the center's front office. Fill out a private lesson request form. The form is given to the requested coach or is used to match the student up with a coach. For more information about private lessons, call 801.943.3190 ex 162.

The outdoor tennis courts are a great way to spend the cool Salt Lake summer evenings. Please call the main office for lessons or to make a reservation. No charge to members and $2 for non-members to use the courts.

A wonderful selection of field sports are offered here, including baseball, football, lacrosse, and soccer, all at various levels.
For more information, contact the coordinator of the sport you are interested in joining.

Racquetball and Wallyball courts can be rented by the hour Mon-Fri 5am-10pm; Sat 6am-9:30pm; and Sun 12n-5pm. Please call for pricing as the cost structure is very complex.

A variety of specialty classes, including Babysitting, Boy Scout Night, Karate, Kindermusik, Lifeguard Training, and more are offered at the center. To sign up for a class, contact the coordinator for class you are interested in joining.

The nursery is open Mon-Thu 8am-8pm and Fri 8am-4pm (closed Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays). Parents must be participating in an activity at the rec center while their children are at the nursery. Cost is $1.50/hour per child for kids ages two to eight, or $2/hour for children under 24 months. No visit may exceed two hours.

During the summer months, children ages nine to 12 can participate in the Summer Kids Club on weekdays from 9am to 1pm. Supervised activities include basketball, crafts, game tables, and board games. Children are welcome to come and go as they please during the Kids Club. The club is free to members.

Many programs are run through Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation, but are held at Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center. These include Afterschool Program, Ski & Snowboard, Indoor Soccer, Jr Jazz Basketball and more. For more information about Salt Lake County Programs, call 801.943-9673.

Please call the main office for membership pricing. There are many, many options and the cost structure depends on whether you are a resident of the Cottonwood Heights area.

Cottonwood Heights Tumbling offers tumbling instruction for boys and girls. Classes are held at the Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center, however the organization is not affiliated with the rec center so participants in the classes need not be members of CHRC in order to attend. Tumbling can allow children to gain skills such as coordination, flexibility, strength, balance, spatial awareness, and self esteem.

Children must be at least three years old and completely toilet trained.

A tumbling class for cheerleaders is available; it is for ages 12 and up.

Classes are taught in six-week sessions throughout the year. Call or check the website for class dates and times, or stop by the CHRC to pick up a form with detailed information about the program.

The County Ice Center is an indoor rink with bleachers. It is used for both hockey and figure skating, and both types of skates can be rented. Public skating times are scheduled daily. Annual passes are available for purchase; see the website for details.

Learn to Skate Classes are available at a cost of $50 for six classes. Smart Start learn to play hockey classes cost $50/semester. Over the course of the year four eight-week semesters are offered.

The ice center has a snack bar and a pro shop (open Sat-Wed 9am-9pm; Thu-Fri 9am-10pm).

A party room on-site can be rented for $15 per hour and the rink hosts skating parties for all occasions.

A rugby field with bleachers is behind the building.

The County Ice Center is an indoor rink with bleachers. It is used for both hockey and figure skating, and both types of skates can be rented. Public skating times are scheduled daily. Annual passes are available for purchase; see the website for details.

Learn to Skate Classes are available at a cost of $50 for six classes. Smart Start learn to play hockey classes cost $50/semester. Over the course of the year four eight-week semesters are offered.

The ice center has a snack bar and a pro shop (open Sat-Wed 9am-9pm; Thu-Fri 9am-10pm).

A party room on-site can be rented for $15 per hour and the rink hosts skating parties for all occasions.

A rugby field with bleachers is behind the building.

Deer Valley Resort has been rated the top North American ski resort by the readers of Ski magazine several times and has been consistently ranked #1 in the individual areas of dining, guest service, and mountain grooming. The resort is typically open for the ski season from early December to mid April, conditions permitting.

Children's Ski Instructors are trained specifically in techniques for teaching children ages three to 12 how to ski. The resort also has a state-licensed Children's Center to provide supervision and activities for non-skiing children.

Deer Valley Resort has a local reputation as being one of the pricier ski areas, but one visit to the resort shows why it's worth it to pay a little more for this ski experience. Guests here can expect attentive service, gourmet food, luxury accommodations, and four well- groomed mountains offering a wide variety of terrain covered with an annual 300 inches of light, dry, Utah powder. It's an experience like no other.

This is a skier's resort. No snowboarding is allowed.

In the summer, Deer Valley Resort offers lift-served mountain biking, hiking, and scenic chairlift rides seven days a week from mid-June through Labor Day, then weekends only through September. Bike rentals and instruction is also available. Other summer activities at the resort include outdoor deck dining at the Royal Street Cafe, the Deer Valley Music Festival featuring the Utah Symphony and Opera, and concerts in the Outdoor Amphitheatre.

Summer Adventure Camps provide entertainment for children ages one to 12. Kids are divided into age groups, and each group takes part in activities such as crafts, games, outdoor recreation, and exploration. Camps run from mid June through late August, and children can attend daily, weekly, or for the entire season. Rates vary by camp; check the Deer Valley website for details about the individual camp options and for pricing. Call 888.754.8477 for availability, reservations, or additional information.

Attractions offered at the Deseret Peak Complex include a Pitch 'n Putt Golf Course, the Oquirrh Mountain Mining Museum, a BMX track, Motocross/BMX beginner tracks, the Black Rock Raceway, the Utah State Firefighting Museum, both indoor and outdoor arenas, a Demolition Derby arena, an aquatic center, a softball and baseball complexes, multi-purpose fields, an archery park, horse stables, a large pavilion, playgrounds, concession stands, and an equestrian race track.

The complex is the site of the Tooele County Fair each summer. For information about the fair, visit www.tooelefair.com. Tickets for the fair can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com, or by calling 801.325.SEAT.

The Aquatic Center features an Olympic size pool and a wading area with three water features and a water slide. Swimming lessons and birthday party packages are both offered. For more information call 435.843.4035.

The Archery Park and Range was designed by the Oquirrh Mountain Bowman's Association, and features a one mile long field course with paved pathways, 14 targets (with 14 more under construction), and a wheelchair accessible three-acre distance shooting range. It is open for practice year-round, and open for events by appointment.

The Horse Race Track and Stables features a 3/4 mile long track for chariots, horse races, polo cross, and horse training. Bleachers provide seating for 2,000 fans, and the stables are available for overnight stays ($12/night). The track is open to the public unless an event is scheduled. For more information call 435.843.4000.

The Motocross and BMX tracks allow racers of all ages to test their abilities and compete on a variety of challenging courses. Three Motocross tracks are open seasonally for public use daily from 10am until dark. The Main Track is 7/8 mile long, the Beginner ATV Track is 3/8 mile long, and the Peewee Track is 1/4 mile long. The BMX Track is a 1,200 foot long track, and is sanctioned by the American Bicycle Association. The track is open seasonally, and riders of all ages are welcome. When open, the public is welcome to practice daily.

The Oquirrh Mountain Mining Museum is sponsored by
Barrick Gold Mines Inc. and Kennecott Utah Copper. The exhibits feature old mines, current mines, and
reclamation practices. The museum is open to the public for guided tours by appointment only. An educational mining video is offered during the tour. Donations are accepted.

Three Pavilions are available. The Large Pavilion offers onsite restrooms, concessions, close proximity to parking, electrical hook-ups and lighting, and picnic tables. It costs $50 per day with a $100 cleaning deposit. To reserve the large pavilion, call 435.843.4002. The Aquatic Center Pavilion offers private access to the aquatic center, close proximity to the soccer fields, softball complex, and parking, electrical hook-ups and lighting, and 10-15 tables. It costs $20 for the first hour and $15 for each additional hour. Swimmers must pay a $2 entry fee. To reserve the aquatic center pavilion, call 435.843.4035. The Motocross Pavilion is located east of the Motocross Track, next to a playground and restrooms. It is open to the public daily, and offers a great view of the Motocross Track.

The Softball Complex offers four fields which are open to league play four nights per week. The fields have lighting capabilities for after dark use. Bleachers offer 100 seat capacity, and portable bleachers are available. Concession stands and restrooms are also located at the softball complex. For more information, call 435.843.4010.

The Utah Firefighters Museum houses vintage fire apparatus and a diversity of interpretive displays. It captures the history, dangers, and rewards of the firefighting profession in Utah. Guided tours of this facility are available by appointment only. To schedule a tour call 435.843.4040.

Dimple Dell Fitness & Recreation Center
is one of several local fitness centers that have benefited from the Zoo, Arts, and Parks (ZAP) Tax. Money from the fund helped build the facility in 2001, and locals have been enjoying the fitness center ever since.

The center offers a climbing wall, two indoor pools (a lap pool and a leisure/activity pool), a fitness room, aerobics areas, a gym, a basketball court, an indoor track, and a drop-in child care center.

The Leisure Pool features a lazy river, a large water slide, a bubble couch, and a water fort. It is open Mon-Tue 3pm-8:30pm, Wed-Fri 1pm-8:30pm, Sat 11am-8:30pm, and Sun 10am-3:30pm. Tot Time, a time for just parents and children under the age of five, is offered Tue & Thu 11am-12n. The center also operates the Draper Outdoor Pool from Memorial Day to Labor Day each summer.

A flat daily fee is charged to the center, which entitles folks to swim, play basketball, workout, or whatever. For people to come frequently, it is advisable to look into the center's annual memberships. Membership cost varies by age and by payment type. See website for details.

The center's sports programs for adults include men's, women's, and coed volleyball, and men's basketball. Youth sports programs include volleyball, tee-ball, flag football, track and field, tennis, competitive basketball, basketball personal training and camps, indoor and outdoor soccer, lacrosse, off-track programs (horseback riding camp, art classes, a Super Sport program, bowling, ski lessons, and snowboard lessons), and field trip programs.

Classes: Offerings include pilates, yoga, indoor cycling, power pump, swimming, lifeguard training, and climbing. Classes available to children include cheer, ballet, Music & Movement (for parents and their children ages five and under), art, magic, chess, karate, pre-school sports, and swimming lessons.

Parties: The fitness center hosts two kinds of birthday parties; Beach Birthday Swimming Parties, or Rock climbing Parties. Beach Birthday Swimming parties include unlimited swimming, an hour in the decorated party room (pick from several themes), a large pizza, drinks, and a party shirt and bag for the birthday child. The cost is $70 for up to eight people; additional guests cost $3.50 each. Add-ons are available. Rock climbing Parties include everything from the beach party, plus one hour on the rock wall. The cost is $120 for up to eight people, plus $5 for each additional guest. Harness rental is included. All parties must be booked in person; no phone reservations are accept