East Portland Community Center

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• Adaptive Recreation, Inclusion Assistants Age 18+
• Customer Service Representatives

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Access Discount Program - Reduced Pricing

 Thanks to the Parks Local Option Levy, Portland residents can get a discount on program and activity fees. Use the discount for community center and pool admission, preschool and after-school programs, classes, camps, swim lessons, and more.

To get a discount, first register for the Access Discount Program, select a discount amount, and then use it for select activities. No proof of income is required. Discount is valid for 12 months from registration date. Go to any community or arts center for more information about how to register.

Choose a discount: 25, 50, 75, or 90%

Learn more about the Access Discount Program 

Admission Fees and Pass Options

Gain access to drop-in activities during their scheduled times. Amenities include the fitness center, group exercise classes, water fitness and lap swim, whirlpool spa, play swims, and open gym times. 

• 20-Visit and Month Passes can be used at Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, Mt. Scott, and Southwest Community Centers. The fees listed reflect pricing for City of Portland residents. Non-residents are charged more to account for City of Portland taxes that support Portland Parks & Recreation.
• Teens (age 10-20) are encouraged to sign up for a TeenForce pass, which provides access to FREE TeenForce activities at Charles Jordan, East Portland, Matt Dishman, and Mt. Scott Community Centers.
• Children age 0-2 are FREE
• Ask your insurance provider if they offer any of the following programs which cover the cost of a pass: Silver & Fit, Active & Fit, Silver Sneakers, One Pass, or Renew Active.

Drop-In Admission

• Youth (age 3-12): $4
• Teen (age 13-17): $5
• Adult (age 18-59): $6
• Senior (age 60+): $5

20-Visit Pass

• Youth (age 3-12): $77
• Teen (age 13-17): $85
• Adult (age 18-59): $106
• Senior (age 60+): $85

Month Pass

• Youth (age 3-12): $29
• Teen (age 13-17): $33
• Adult (age 18-59): $41
• Senior (age 60+): $33
• Senior Couple (both age 60+): $49
• Household: $66

Month Pass | You can choose to sign up for an Auto Renew Pass, which will allow you to simply pay your first monthly fee upon registering, and all future monthly payments are deducted directly from your debit or credit card (requires a valid card to remain on file). You may also choose to purchase a single month pass, which will expire 30 days from purchase (no debit or credit card necessary). 

Sign Up for Activities

General Registration: Register online, over the phone through the Customer Service Center
(503-823-2525), or by calling or visiting a recreation or arts center. If cost is a barrier to participating, consider signing up for an Access Discount (more information above).

• Spring Programs are in progress and open for enrollment through June 8.
• Summer programs open for registration on the following dates:
  • Thursday, May 15 beginning at 9:30am. Register for classes and programs that take place June 23- July 27.
  • Thursday, June 12 beginning at 9:30am. Register for classes and programs that take place July 28-August 24.
  • Thursday, July 24 beginning at 9:30am. Register for classes and programs that take place September 2-September 28.
• Project Connect: Visit the Project Connect webpage to learn more about how PP&R provides different ways to bring the community and services together. 

View and sign up for activities online 

Summer 2025 Activity Guide

Portland Parks Preschool

Monday-Friday | 9:00am-3:00pm

2025-2026 school year applications open on the Preschool for All | Multnomah County website on Wednesday, April 2, and will close on Wednesday, April 30.

Applicants will be asked to list up to 6 location choices on their application. Multnomah County runs a lottery and notifies families of enrollment status by the end of May.

Learn more about Portland Parks Preschool at portland.gov/parks/preschool.

Drop-in Activities

Drop-in group fitness classes, fitness center, and swimming are also available.

• Monday 
  6:00–8:00am—Adult Basketball (age 18+)
  10:00am–12:00pm—Indoor Park
• Tuesday
  8:00–10:00am—Senior Basketball (age 55+)
  11:00am–1:00pm—Pickleball 
  6:00–8:00pm—Volleyball
• Wednesday
  6:00–8:00am—Adult Basketball (age 18+)
  10:00am–12:00pm—Indoor Park
• Thursday
  8:00–10:00am—Senior Basketball (age 55+)
  11:00am–1:00pm—Pickleball
• Friday 
  10:00am – 12:00pm—Indoor Park
• Sunday
  9:00–11:00am—Adult Basketball (age 18+)
  3:30–5:00pm—All Ages Basketball 

TeenForce Drop-in Activities

FREE TeenForce Pass and activity sign-in is required. TeenForce waiver and orientation are required for use of Fitness Center.

• Monday
  3:00–6:00pm—TeenForce Open Gym
  3:00–7:00pm—TeenForce Fitness Center
  3:00–7:00pm—TeenForce Lounge
• Tuesday
  3:00–5:30pm—TeenForce Open Gym
  3:00–7:00pm—TeenForce Fitness Center
  3:00–7:00pm—TeenForce Lounge
• Wednesday
  3:00–6:00pm—TeenForce Open Gym
  3:00–7:00pm—TeenForce Fitness Center
  3:00–7:00pm—TeenForce Lounge
• Thursday
  3:00–5:30pm—TeenForce Open Gym
  3:00–7:00pm—TeenForce Fitness Center
  3:00–7:00pm—TeenForce Lounge
• Friday
  3:00–8:30pm—TeenForce Open Gym
  3:00–8:30pm—TeenForce Lounge
  4:00–5:30pm— TeenForce Volleyball 
  6:00–9:00pm—Teen Night (grades 6–12) *Every other week starting 11/8
• Saturday
  3:00–5:00pm—Open Gym.

Fitness

Fitness Center

East Portland Community Center’s fitness program offers a wide range of amenities and classes for all levels. 

• Age 14 and older
• Access is included with daily admission.
• Open for drop-in during regular business hours.

Amenities

• Selectorized Strength Equipment
• Treadmills
• Recumbent Bikes
• Stair Climbers
• Upright Bike
• Elliptical Cross Trainers
• Free weight and stretching area

Group Fitness Classes

Strengthen your community, body, and mind with a group fitness class! For people age 14 and older at any fitness level. Access is included with daily admission. All schedules are subject to change.

• Monday
  7:45–8:30am—Cardio, Strength, and Stretch, Sheryl H.
  9:00–9:45am—Zumba® Gold, Lydia H. 
  10:00–10:45am—Zumba®, Lydia H.
  11:00–11:45am—Senior Balance and Strenght, Sheryl H.
  2:15–3:15pm— Pilates, Thais D. 
  5:00–5:45pm—Fusion at its Best, Jeanne C. 
  6:00–6:45pm—Zumba®, Sean R.
• Tuesday
  6:00–8:00am—Circuit City, Nic S. 
  8:30–9:15am—Step and Sculpt, Sheryl H.
  9:30–10:15am—Nia, Max B.
  10:30–11:30am—Dance Fitness, Autumn H. *Begins October 1
  11:00–11:45am—Yoga, Terri D. 
  12:00–12:45pm—Chair Yoga, Terri D. (Held in Classroom 1)
  4:30–5:15pm—Cardio, Strength, and Stretch, Terri D. 
  6:00–7:30pm—Prenatal Yoga, Eden
• Wednesday
  7:45–8:30am—Cardio, Strength, and Stretch, Sheryl H.
  9:00–9:45am—Zumba® Gold, Lydia H.
  10:00–10:45am—Zumba®, Lydia H.
  11:00–11:45am—Senior Balance and Strenght, Sheryl H.
  12:15–1:00pm—Nia, Tudi S.
  2:15–3:15pm— Pilates, Thais D. 
  5:00–5:45pm—Fusion at its Best, Jeanne C. 
  6:00–6:45pm—Zumba®, Sean R.
• Thursday
  6:00–8:00am—Circuit City, Nic S.
  8:30–9:15am—Bootcamp, Sheryl H.
  9:30–10:15am—Nia, Magz
  10:30–11:30am—Dance Fitness,  Autumn H. *Begins October 3
  4:30–5:15pm—Cardio Strength and Stretch, Terri D.
  5:45–6:30pm—Zumba®, Sachi N.
  6:25–7:50pm—Restorative Yoga, Terri D.
• Friday
  7:30-8:15am—Pilates, Thais D.
  8:00–8:45am—Step and Sculpt, Sheryl H. 
  9:00–9:45am—Zumba® Gold  Lydia H. 
  10:00–10:45am—Zumba® Lydia H.
  11:00–11:45am— Senior Balance and Strength, Steve W.
  12:15–1:15pm—Mobility and Stretch, Thais D.
• Saturday
  9:00–9:45am—Zumba®, Lydia H.
  10:00–10:45am— Zumba® 'Seated', Lydia H.
  10:30–11:30am—Yoga, Terri D. 
  12:00–12:45pm—Zumba® Toning, Sachi N.
  1:00–1:45pm—Zumba®, Sachi N.
• Sunday
  9:00–10:15am— Yin Yoga, Chiyo H.
  10:30am–11:30am— Fusion at its Best, Chiyo H.