Why teach a class with City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation? 

• Registration is handled by our friendly and professional staff.
• Don't have a facility? We will provide one!
• Connect to your audience through social media and our online and printed activity guide.
• Our Parks and Recreation Department is a trusted provider of classes and programs in the community offering quality, safety and value to our customers.

Interested in reserving a park for your outdoor class? Click here to learn more and apply for an Outdoor Class Permit. 

Instructor Resources

Our goal is to make teaching a class with Parks and Recreation quick and easy.

Have questions? Call us at 831-420-5273 or send an email to recreationevents@santacruzca.gov. 

Planning your class dates? Use the table below, Winter-Spring 2026 Proposal Period opens on August 11, 2025.