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The Lakeside and Spring Valley REC Clubs demonstrate how the County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation makes a positive difference in the lives of youth. The goal of the REC Clubs is to provide a safe, fun, positive environment that is free of violence, drugs, prejudice, and racism. To achieve this, the clubs offer opportunities for middle and high school youth to grow through physical fitness, art expression, leadership roles, community service, and educational activities while enhancing their self-esteem, communication skills, problem solving ability, and community involvement. The fundamental objective of the programs is to encourage youth to take a proactive role toward leading healthy lives free of drugs and violence. Weekly activities include:

 

arts and crafts
homework assistance
tutoring
counseling services
nutrition workshops
video production
leadership groups
diversity training
team building initiatives
community service projects
talent shows
high school only events
dance, fitness, cooking, ceramics, guitar, computer, and DJ classes.


In addition, the REC Clubs offer a variety of off-site activities including:
deep sea fishing
rock climbing
surfing
kayaking
skateboarding
snowboarding
mountain biking
camping
sporting events
beach trips
amusement parks
Museum of Tolerance
performing arts productions



Lakeside REC Club
9911 Vine St.
Lakeside, CA 92040
Hours: Monday through Friday, 2 to 6 p.m.
For further information call the Lakeside REC Club at
619-443-4169 or e-mail us at askparks.lue@sdcounty.ca.gov


Spring Valley REC Club
838 Kempton St.
Spring Valley, CA 91977
Hours: Monday through Friday, 2:30 to 6 p.m.
For further information call the Spring Valley REC Club at
619-667-6835 or e-mail us at askparks.lue@sdcounty.ca.gov.