Parks & Recreation Financial Assistance

Aquatic Programs:

• Parent/Child Swim Classes (6mo.-35mo.)
• Preschool Swim Classes (3-5years)
• Level 1 - Level 3 Swim Classes (5 -17 years)

Summer, Winter, and Spring Break Camps:

• Eligibility for ages 5 - 12 years old.
• Offered at most City of Arlington Recreation Center locations.

After School Care Program:

• Monthly transportation and aftercare at applicable City of Arlington Recreation Center locations.

Youth Sports Leagues:

• City of Arlington youth leagues are listed at arlingtonsports.net
• Eligibility for ages 3 - 14 years old.

Other Sports Activities offered through Active Net registration:

• Youth Tennis
• Tae Kwon Do (applicable locations only)

Our Membership Package includes the following:
(Access may vary based on the membership package chosen.)

• Instructor-led Fitness Classes
• Weight Room Access
• Gymnasium Use (basketball, volleyball, pickleball courts)
• Indoor Track (select facilities)
• Open & Lap Swim (East Indoor Pool & AISD Natatorium)
• Splash pad (Beacon Recreation Center)
• Indoor Skating (Elzie Odom Athletic Center)

You may use your membership and participate at any of these local locations:

• ACTIV Center (50+), NW Arlington
• Beacon Recreation Center, SE Arlington
• Cliff Nelson Recreation Center, SW Arlington
• Dottie Lynn Recreation Center, West Arlington
• East Library and Recreation Center, East Arlington
• Elzie Odom Athletic Center, NE Arlington

Eligibility is based upon federal income guidelines and is available to Arlington residents only.

Due to limited funding, scholarships will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. In addition, scholarships cannot be combined with any other discount offers.

Apply for the Naturally Fun Scholarship

Income verification is due at the time of application approval. To save time, upload your required documents with your online application. Once approved you will receive an award letter with registration details. This scholarship is valid for 12 months from the date of the award letter.

Accepted Documentation to Verify Arlington Residency and Income:

• Current Federal Income Tax Return
• Proof of residency (utility bill or lease agreement)
• If you did not file taxes, submit a brief explanation of your financial situation, including income/support sources (e.g., official verification letters). For questions, call 817-459-5474.

Income Eligibility

Annual incomes are subject to change based on HUD guidelines.

Household Members / Annual Income (Less Than)

• 1 member - annual income less than $21,400; not exceeding $57,050
• 2 members - annual income less than $24,450; not exceeding $65,200
• 3 members - annual income less than $27,500; not exceeding $73,350
• 4 members - annual income less than $31,200; not exceeding $81,500
• 5 members - annual income less than $36,580; not exceeding $88,050
• 6 members - annual income less than $41,960; not exceeding $94,550
• 7 members - annual income less than $47,340; not exceeding $101,100
• 8 members - annual income less than $52,720; not exceeding $107,600

Important Information

Each recipient is responsible for the remaining payment after the scholarship discount is applied. Scholarships cannot be used for rentals, private swim lessons, or activities outside of the listings above. Memberships are non-refundable. Explore our website for details on facility hours, fitness class schedules, aquatic programs, and to register for activities.

For more information, call the Administrative Office at 817-459-5474.

In addition to the scholarship program mentioned above, the Arlington Parks & Recreation Department has multi-child discounts for our camp and after-school childcare programs. For more information, please email us.