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The South Econ Recreation Center offers a variety of youth and adult sports programs and afterschool care for grades K through 5th.
South Econ Recreation Center/South Econ Community Park
South Econ Recreation Center/South Econ Community Park
Basketball Courts Bench Fitness Center Golf Practice Facility Gymnasium Pickleball Picnic Area/Grills Playground Rec. Programs Rental Facilities Rental Pavilions
Hours of Operation:
Park summer hours: Sunday - Saturday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Winter: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Rec Center: Sunday 1 p.m. - 8 p.m., Monday - Saturday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Phone Number: (407) 254-9092
Address:
3850 S Econlockhatchee TRL
Orlando, FL 32829
Acreage: 62
Location:
Points of Interest:
Summer Camp: Completed Kindergarten through 5th Grade
  • Registration: April 2 (limited availability; first come, first served until full).
  • Camp dates: May 28 through August 2, 2024 (no camp on July 4th, Independence Day).
  • Weekly Fee: $80; additional child: $75; reduced lunch fee: $60; free lunch: $50; State assistance (SNAP, WIC & TANF): $25; additional out-of-county fee for non-Orange County residents: $20.
  • A new and completed registration packet and payment is required to confirm registration.
  • Field trips will not be provided.
  • Daily meals provided by Second Harvest Food Bank.

Construction Closures

  • The South Econ Recreation Center will be undergoing building enhancements for the safety of the community when the center is utilized as an emergency shelter. These enhancements may entail the closure of certain amenities of the building over the next few months. We will do our best to provide you sufficient notice of the closure of these amenities, so that you can use our other Orange Recreation Centers during this timeframe if they are not undergoing the same enhancements as well. Questions? Email parks@ocfl.net.

To make a reservation, please call the park directly at 407-254-9092; leave a detailed message if you reach voicemail. Please note that Orange County Parks and Recreation requires 30 days or more to schedule and complete payment and paperwork for all rentals.

View our CALENDAR of PROGRAMS, CLASSES and EVENTS!

Youth Programs

  • Brite Star Twirlers, taught by Candace Dowdy, provides lessons for baton twirling, poms, dance and ribbons for youth ages five and older, no experience necessary! Program held on Tuesdays 5 p.m. Cost: $10 per person per class.
  • Wing Chun Kung Fu, taught by Sifu John Moy, teaches self-defense through this ancient art. This hour-long class will enhance self-confidence and increase attention span, alertness and physical health. Program held on Fridays 6-7 p.m.; cost: $10 per person per class.
  • Youth Fitness Membership is available for free for ages 8 – 17 to use the gymnasium and game room at assigned times. Parent or guardian must be present to complete enrollment.

Adult Sports and Fitness

  • Fitness Center Memberships are $100 per year for ages 16 - 54 or $25 for 90 days; $75 per year for ages 55+ and active military. Membership includes access to fitness area and assigned times for gymnasium and game room. (Individual fitness classes are paid separately and do not require membership.)
  • Jazzercise dance, taught by Jean Busacca, is a high-intensity workout that mixes dance-based cardio with strength training. Fresh pulse-pounding music and body-blasting moves bring the intensity to transform your body, boost your mood, and ignite your energy. Program held Tuesdays 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. and Thursdays 6 - 7 p.m. Cost options: one class $15; five classes $50; 10 classes $80; 20 classes $145; and unlimited classes, $54 per month.
  • Moxie Mamas Fitness, taught by Tania Tanski, is an innovative fitness program that helps moms regain or enhance pre-pregnancy fitness levels and meet the physical challenges of parenting by emphasizing strength and interval training in a supportive environment. Classes are 60 minutes long. Program held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30 a.m. Cost: first class free; fee varies per class (membership options available).
  • Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis. Come play with us and find out why pickleball is so popular! Join in the fun on Sunday 1-3 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday 8-10:45 a.m. Cost: included with fitness center membership or $10 per day.
  • Wing Chun Kung Fu, taught by Sifu John Moy, teaches self-defense through this ancient art. This hour-long class will enhance self-confidence and increase attention span, alertness and physical health. Program held on Fridays 6-7 p.m.; cost: $10 per person per class.

For pavilion rentals at South Econ Community Park or to reach the Renaissance Senior Center, call 407-254-9070.

Contact Us

Orange County Parks and Recreation
4801 W. Colonial Dr.
Orlando, FL 32808

To reach a specific park: click on the A–Z tab and select the park or facility you are interested in for the phone number.
Email: parks@ocfl.net
Parks Administration: 407-836-6200
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