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fri07Aug(Aug 7)9:00 amsun09(Aug 9)5:00 pm2026 Lifeguard Certification Classes

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2026 Lifeguard Certification Classes with Clayton County Parks and Recreation begin in April. This is an opportunity to become a certified lifeguard, and also an opportunity to express interest in

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2026 Lifeguard Certification Classes with Clayton County Parks and Recreation begin in April. This is an opportunity to become a certified lifeguard, and also an opportunity to express interest in applying to become a lifeguard for Clayton County Parks and Recreation.

Interested participants must attend one of the following 3-day class series:

* April 10, 2026 – April 12, 2026

* April 24, 2026 – April 26, 2026

* May 1, 2026 – May 3, 2026

* May 15, 2026 – May 17, 2026

* August 7, 2026 – August 9, 2026

* August 21, 2026 – August 23, 2026

* September 18, 2026 – September 20, 2026

* October 2, 2026 – October 4, 2026

Participants must attend all 3 days in a series to complete the certification.

Participants must also meet all of the following required prerequisites:

* 300-meter swim

* 2 minutes treading water (without arms)

* Timed-brick test (10 lbs. brick)

Participants must be at least 15 years old to get certified, and 16 years old to apply for a lifeguard job with Parks and Recreation. The classes cost $150 for participants who are only interested in becoming certified, and $90 for participants who are interested in applying for a job as a Clayton County Parks and Recreation lifeguard. For more information, contact DeAndre Burton at DeAndre.Burton@claytoncountyga.gov or 770-472-8090. #ClaytonConnected

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August 7, 2026 9:00 am - August 9, 2026 5:00 pm

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Lake Spivey Recreation Center2300 Hwy 138, SE

fri07Aug6:00 pm9:00 pmParents Night Out: August Series

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Clayton County Parks and Recreation presents: Parents Night Out August Series. We will have fun, games, crafts and activities for the kids to enjoy. This event will be held on the

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Clayton County Parks and Recreation presents: Parents Night Out August Series. We will have fun, games, crafts and activities for the kids to enjoy. This event will be held on the following Fridays: August 7th, August 14th, August 21st and August 28th from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. This event will be held at our beloved Lake Spivey Recreation Center; 2300 Walt Stephens Road Jonesboro, GA 30236. There will be a fee of $20 per child and this event is for children aged 5 – 14 years old. There are only 30 spots make sure to register your child at the front desk or online July 24th, 2026, until slots are filled. For more information contact Program Coordinator Ben Howze at (770) 347-0390.

Parents Night Out - August Series Flyer - Final

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August 7, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Lake Spivey Recreation Center

2300 Hwy 138, SE

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sat08Aug10:00 amPower Hour in the Park

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Clayton County Parks & Recreation presents Power Hour in the Park led by Fitness Instructor Alika Turner. Join us on Sat., Aug 8, 2026, 10 a.m. at Lake Spivey Recreation Center,

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Clayton County Parks & Recreation presents Power Hour in the Park led by Fitness Instructor Alika Turner. Join us on Sat., Aug 8, 2026, 10 a.m. at Lake Spivey Recreation Center, 2300 Walt Stephens Rd, Jonesboro, GA 30236.

This event is FREE and open to all skill levels. Register is required. Bring a mat and water and come join the fun. For more information, contact Kierra.Cordell@claytoncountyga.gov. #ClaytonConnected

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Power Hour in the Park Flyer July 2026

Time

August 8, 2026 10:00 am

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Lake Spivey Recreation Center

2300 Hwy 138, SE

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fri14Aug6:00 pm9:00 pmParents Night Out: August Series

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Clayton County Parks and Recreation presents: Parents Night Out August Series. We will have fun, games, crafts and activities for the kids to enjoy. This event will be held on the

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Parents Night Out - August Series Flyer - Final

Time

August 14, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location

Lake Spivey Recreation Center

2300 Hwy 138, SE

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mon17Aug6:00 pm7:00 pmAdvisory Board Meeting

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Join us for the Clayton County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting on Monday, August 17, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Carl Rhodenizer Recreation Center, located

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Join us for the Clayton County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting on Monday, August 17, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Carl Rhodenizer Recreation Center, located at 3499 Rex Road Rex, Ga 30273. If you are unable to attend in person, you can join the meeting on Zoom using the following information:

Zoom: Meeting Link
Meeting ID: 852 5370 9182
Passcode: 631245.

We look forward to your participation. #ClaytonConnected

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August 17, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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fri21Aug(Aug 21)9:00 amsun23(Aug 23)5:00 pm2026 Lifeguard Certification Classes

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2026 Lifeguard Certification Classes with Clayton County Parks and Recreation begin in April. This is an opportunity to become a certified lifeguard, and also an opportunity to express interest in

Event Details

Interested participants must attend one of the following 3-day class series:

* April 10, 2026 – April 12, 2026

* April 24, 2026 – April 26, 2026

* May 1, 2026 – May 3, 2026

* May 15, 2026 – May 17, 2026

* August 7, 2026 – August 9, 2026

* August 21, 2026 – August 23, 2026

* September 18, 2026 – September 20, 2026

* October 2, 2026 – October 4, 2026

Participants must attend all 3 days in a series to complete the certification.

Participants must also meet all of the following required prerequisites:

* 300-meter swim

* 2 minutes treading water (without arms)

* Timed-brick test (10 lbs. brick)

Time

August 21, 2026 9:00 am - August 23, 2026 5:00 pm

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Mission

The mission of the Clayton County Parks and Recreation Department is to foster leisure activities, pursuits and experiences through the provision of a safe and well maintained park system, comprehensive and affordable recreation programs and facilities to the residents of Clayton County.

Vision

Clayton County Department of Parks and Recreation strives to engage and connect communities through people, parks and programs by providing a diverse offering of events and activities within our parks and facilities while enhancing the quality of life for the residents of Clayton County.