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fri01May9:00 amsun03(May 3)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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May 1, 2026 9:00 am - May 3, 2026 5:00 pm

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Lake Spivey Recreation Center2300 Hwy 138, SE

fri01May6:00 pm9:00 pmParents Night Out: May Series

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

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Clayton County Parks and Recreation presents: Parents Night Out May Series. We will have fun, games, crafts and activities for the kids to enjoy. This event will be held on the following Fridays: May 1st, May 8th, May 15th, May 22nd and May 29th, 2026, 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 April 6th, 2026, until slots are filled. For more information contact Program Coordinator Ben Howze at (770) 347-0390.

Parents Night Out May Series April 2026

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May 1, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Lake Spivey Recreation Center

2300 Hwy 138, SE

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Virginia Burton Gray Recreation Center1475 East Fayetteville Road, Riverdale, GA 30296

mon04May8:00 amFundamentals of Volleyball

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Join us for Fundamentals of Volleyball at Virginia Burton Gray Recreation Center, 1475 East Fayetteville Road Riverdale GA 30274. This beginner-friendly class for ages 8–12

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Join us for Fundamentals of Volleyball at Virginia Burton Gray Recreation Center, 1475 East Fayetteville Road Riverdale GA 30274. This beginner-friendly class for ages 8–12 is designed to equip young athletes with fundamental volleyball skills while teaching the rules and regulations of the game. Classes are held on Mondays from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Registration is available starting Monday, May 4, 2026, in person or online at www.claytonparks.com. Cost: Residents: $ 50 Non Residents: $80 #ClaytonConnected

Fund of Volleyball Pilot Session March 2026

Time

May 4, 2026 8:00 am

Location

Virginia Burton Gray Recreation Center

1475 East Fayetteville Road, Riverdale, GA 30296

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Lake Spivey Recreation Center2300 Hwy 138, SE

fri08May6:00 pm9:00 pmParents Night Out: May Series

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

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Parents Night Out May Series April 2026

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May 8, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location

Lake Spivey Recreation Center

2300 Hwy 138, SE

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fri15May(May 15)9:00 amsun17(May 17)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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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

May 15, 2026 9:00 am - May 17, 2026 5:00 pm

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Lake Spivey Recreation Center2300 Hwy 138, SE

fri15May6:00 pm9:00 pmParents Night Out: May Series

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

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Parents Night Out May Series April 2026

Time

May 15, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Lake Spivey Recreation Center

2300 Hwy 138, SE

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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.