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Pacific Beach Recreation Center
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What's Coming
Self Defense Class
Thurday, April 25, 2024
1:00 - 3:00pm
This class is especially for Seniors.
Free!
See our Self Defense For Seniors Class Flyer for full details!
Art Class - Krafty Kids
Join us at the Pacific Beach Recreation Center for a morning of Arts & Crafts!
When: Wednesdays 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Ages: 3-4 yrs
Cost: $20 per session
*Parent or Guardian must be present
Gymnasium
See our current Gym Schedule (including pickleball and basketball times).
Register Online!
Visit SDRecConnect (link) to conveniently browse a variety of activities offered by the City of San Diego Park and Recreation Department and Community Recreation Groups. It's as easy as One, Two, and Three.
If you need assistance, please see the Frequently Asked Questions link at the bottom of the SDRecConnect website.
Current Special Events and Activities
History of the Center
The land where the recreation center is located was acquired by the City on Sept. 3, 1946, and the center was built 1954. The Pacfic Beach Recreation Center was dedicated on March 6, 1975.
Directions and Bus Route
From Interstate 5 north take the Grand Avenue / Garnet Avenue exit. Turn left on Grand Avenue. Turn right on Gresham Street. Turn right on Diamond Street.
From Interstate 5 south take the Balboa Avenue / Garnet Avenue exit. Turn right on Garnet Avenue. Turn right on Gresham Street. Turn right on Diamond Street.
The center is accessible by bus via SDMTS Routes 8 / 9 and 27.
Recreation Centers
Pacific Beach Recreation Center
1405 Diamond St.
San Diego, CA 92109
(858) 581-9927
Recreation Center Hours
| Mon | 9:00am - 8:00pm |
| Tues | 9:00am - 9:00pm |
| Wed | 9:00am - 8:00pm |
| Thurs | 9:00am - 9:00pm |
| Fri | 11:00am - 7:00pm |
| Sat | 9:00am - 3:00pm |
| Sun | Closed |
*Times are subject to change
Facilities
Two lighted outdoor basketball courts, two lighted tennis courts, a lighted multi-purpose athletic field, a sand tot lot, gymnasiums used for basketball and volleyball, three meeting rooms, a weight room, a game room, and a kitchen. Call the center for details.
Santa Clara/Pacific Beach Park and Community Recreation Group
Meetings are held the third Tuesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. Community members are encouraged to attend! Meeting location alternates between Santa Clara and Pacific Beach recreation centers. Please call (858) 581-9928 to confirm.
Santa Clara/Pacific Beach Community Recreation Group Agendas, Minutes, and Postings
Community Partners
The following businesses and organizations show their support:
- Pacific Beach Town Council