Organized team sports are available for children as young as four years of age. Soccer, baseball, softball and football are all popular. In fact, Bartow is home to some of the best soccer facilities in the area.
For tennis fans, 14 lighted tennis courts are available for night play and those into exercise have access to the city’s fitness gymnasium with Nautilus equipment at Polk Street Community Center.
To find out more about the department's many programs including youth sports, summer youth programs and camps, Sam Griner swimming pool, senior programs (Golden Age Club, Seniors on the Move), Bartow area meeting rooms, parks information including pavilion rental, call or click the
Bartow Parks and Recreation Department at 863-534-0120.
The department is located at the Bartow Civic Center, 2250 S. Floral Avenue.