Registration Information

Registration for all programs may be completed either by mail or in person according to the following procedures:

1. All program registrations are on a first come, first served basis.
2. You may register in person at the Washington Park District Administration & Recreation office located at 105 South Spruce Street, Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
3. Unless notified otherwise by park personnel, you will be automatically registered for the classes and the times you indicate. If you are not admitted to the class you requested, you will be called and with your approval placed in an alternate class or receive a full refund.

Telephone Registrations

We will no longer be accepting registrations by telephone. All registrations must be made in person or by mail. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Fee Payment Policy

All programs are to be paid in full at the time of registration. Fees can be paid by check, cash or credit card (VISA, MasterCard & Discover accepted). Please make checks payable to Washington Park District. The cancelled check and the registration card will be your receipt. Senior citizens (60 years of age & over) pay 10% less the stated class fee, excluding bus trips.

Refund Policy

For all programs cancelled by the Washington Park District, participants will receive a full refund. Cancellations made by the participant must be made no later than 48 hours prior to the start of class. Participants will then receive a refund minus a $5.00 administrative fee. Cancellations made less than 48 hours will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be given after the start of class.

Bus Trip & Ticket Refund Policy

In the case of all bus trips and programs where tickets are purchased, a refund can only be issued if a substitute can be found, due to the fact that the Park District must pay in advance for tickets, reservations and bus fees. This policy will be strictly enforced.

Resident vs. Non-Resident

A “Resident of the Washington Park District” is defined as anyone living within the geographic boundaries of the Washington Park District. A Washington Park District resident, via property taxes makes a significant financial contribution to the operation of the District, whether or not he or she takes advantage of the services offered.
The “Non-Resident Fees” are required of non-residents to apportion an equalizing fee to contribute to the overall financing of the park system on an equitable basis with residents.

The Washington Park District strives for excellent customer service. If our records are found to be incorrect, we will gladly offer you a complete refund and you will receive the program free of charge.

SMILE - Photo/Video Policy

American’s with Disabilities Act

The Washington Park District will comply with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. The Park District will make reasonable accommodations in recreation programs to enable participation by an individual with a disability who meets essential eligibility requirements for that recreation program. The ADA requires that recreation programs offered by the Washington Park District be available in the most integrated setting appropriate for each individual.