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  • Kiwanis Recreation Center Gymnasium Reservation Request

  • Facility Information

  • Address:

    6111 S. All-America Way
    Tempe, AZ 85283

    Front Desk: 480-350-5201

    Availability:

    Email JesseJ_Wright@tempe.gov to confirm if your desired date is available. You will still need to complete this reservation request form.

     

    2026 facility closures and amended hours:

    Hours are subject to change

    • August 7 | Open 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    • September 7 | Open noon - 6:00 p.m.
    • September 18 | Open 7:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    • October 12 | Open noon - 6:00 p.m.
    • October 23 | Open 7 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    • November 11 | Closed
    • November 13 | Open 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
    • November 26-27 | Closed
    • December 18 | Open 7:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    • December 21-23 | Open 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    • December 24 | Open 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
    • December 25 | Closed
    • December 28-30 | Open 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    • December 31 | Open 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

     

    Guidelines:

    • Users are required to submit requests a minimum of 14 business days prior to the date requested.
       

    Capacity and Pricing:

    • Note: You may reserve half the gym or the whole gym.
    • Capacity: 
      • Half gym: 150
      • Full gym: 300
    • Pricing/hour:
      • All reservations are subject to additional fees depending on the event
      • Full gym: $105
      • Half gym: $55
      • After-hours staffing: $50
  • Collage of two images showing the KRC gymnasium. First image shows a wide shot of a hardwood gym with people playing basketball at the far end. There are two courts, with scoreboards on the walls and four visible nets. Second image is a close-up shot of a group of men playing basketball. One man is jumping with the ball, aiming for the net close by.
  • Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I find out if a specific date in the gym is available to rent?

    Email JesseJ_Wright@tempe.gov to confirm if your desired date is available. You will still need to complete this reservation request form. 

     

    How do I rent the gym?

    Fill out this facility request form. It must be submitted a minimum of 14 business days prior to date requested. 

     

    What are the fees for the gym and when is payment due?

    $55/hr for half gym; $105/hr for full gym. Resident, non-resident, non-profit, corporate all pay the same user fee. 

    Payments on permits are due within 48 hours of permit being issued. Failure to pay results in permit being cancelled. Please do not make a reservation if you are not ready to pay for services.

     

    What equipment do I have access use during my gym rental?

    Groups may use the facilities basketballs and volleyballs for recreational play. Volleyball groups are responsible for the set-up/take-down of volleyball nets. Staff can assist first-time users and then it is the group’s responsibility to set-up/take-down equipment.

     

    How do I cancel my reservation?

    You must contact the gym supervisor who issued your permit to make a cancellation. Do not call the front desk. Any changes/cancellations to your permit date(s) must be made 14 business days in advance to receive full refund.

     

    Can I rent the gym for a birthday party, family reunion or a corporate event?

    Not currently.

     

    Can I hire Kiwanis staff to help to set-up and or clean-up for my event?

    Yes. Staff can be scheduled to help groups with either set-up and/or clean-up for their event the day of. The rate for staff is $150 for a 2 hour minimum for 2 staff members. If your group needs staff; please indicate this on your application. Staff hiring must be requested and approved in advance of your event.

     

    Can I set up an inflatable in the gym?

    Not currently.

     

    What decorations can I use for my event?

    Decorations can be used for your event. Facility should be left in the same condition as found without residue or markings on floors or walls. Groups may decorate using blue or masking tape to prevent leaving residue behind. No nails or permanent changes to surfaces.

     

    Do I need insurance for my rental/event?

    Club teams, corporations, organizations and private instruction rentals must provide a certificate of liability insurance naming the City of Tempe as additionally insured prior to reservation date. 

    What equipment can I rent from your facility?

    Electronic scoreboard - $25.00 per day 

     

    How far in advance am I able to rent the gym?

    6 months from the date of event.

     

    What are the costs for renting the gym after the facility is closed?

    After-hour rentals will be charged an additional facility staff fee of $50/hour. This facility staff fee is in addition to the hourly rental fee.

     

     

     

  • Responsible Party Information

    Contact for booking purposes. Must be present at meeting/event
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
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  • Alternate Contact Person

    May substitute for responsible party at reservation
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
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  • Reservation Details

  • Will this request be recurring?*
  • What type of event are you planning on hosting? Please check all that apply.*
  • Would you like to reserve the full gym or half the gym?*
  • Are you interested in receiving the following event services? Please check all that apply:*
  • At, before or after your event: Will participants pay a fee or suggested donation to attend your event? Will you be selling any product or service?*
  • Please check each box to indicate that you have read and understood this information:*
  • KRC Gym Permit Guidelines

    By accepting this reservation, all participants agree to abide by the following Rules of Gymnasium use. Failure to comply may result in additional fees for clean-up, repair for damages, and/or fees for extended facility use. Additionally, current and
    future privileges may be revoked by the Kiwanis Recreation Center administrator.

     

    Check-In:

    A permit representative must check-in at the front desk 15 minutes before facility use, prior to the admission of any other participants to the gym, to review terms, privileges and responsibilities with the KRC manager on duty.

     

    Reservations:

    Gym reservations requests must be submitted a minimum of 14 business days prior to date requesting.


    Permit Time:

    Permit will begin and end at times listed on permit. Access to the gym is ONLY for the times listed on the permit. Any other gym use may result in additional charges.

    Changes/Cancellations:

    Customer is to notify the Kiwanis Recreation Center of any schedule changes or cancellations at least 14 business days prior to the reserved time. If notice is not received at least 14 business days prior to scheduled time, group will be charged full rental fees as outlined in their permit.


    Payment by Credit Card:

    Feel free to call the KRC front desk staff at 480-350-5702; please have your permit # handy as reference when making payment.

     

    Payment by Check:

    If paying by check, make checks payable to:
    City of Tempe - Kiwanis Recreation Center,
    6111 South All America Way,Tempe, AZ 85283.

     

    In-Person Payment:

    Payment can be made at the KRC front counter during normal business hours.


    Footwear:

    Only WHITE-SOLED athletic shoes may be used for gym play. Please note that any footwear that marks the gym floor is not allowed to be used for gym play (i.e. skate shoes, high heels, golf shoes, loafer, dress shoes, and cleats). All other types of footwear are limited to bleacher and spectator areas unless the gym floor is covered.

     

    Food/Beverage:

    No food or beverage is allowed in the gym. The permit holder is responsible for keeping ALL food and beverage outside of gymnasium. Only bottled water is allowed in gym. KRC recommends group have a specified person to monitor gym entrance. Failure to comply can result in fees for facility damage and/or contract security fees.


    First Aid:

    Group to provide all FIRST AID needs including but not limited to; ice packs, bandages and staff trained in first aid and CPR.


    PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES in accordance with City of Tempe laws:

    Smoking, any type of weapon including but not limited to guns, mace, knives, tasers etc. Alcohol beverages are not allowed in a city building. Failure to comply will result in arrest and prosecution.


    Expulsion:

    Gym users WILL BE EXPELLED from the facility for any of the following: Spitting, profane language, dunking, hanging on basketball rims, verbal/physical abuse of anyone in facility or any other behavior deemed inappropriate or destructive by KRC.


    Wristbands:

    Participants may be required to wear wristbands while in the gym. Refusal to wear wristband KRC will result in expulsion from the facility. Failure to leave will result in suspension of privileges and/or involvement with City of Tempe Police.


    Rental Equipment:

    Before leaving facility, please return any equipment loaned or rented to your group to the front desk staff. The permit holder will be charged for any lost or damaged equipment.

     

    Facility Condition:

    A permit representative may inspect the facility prior to use, reporting any negatives to the manager on duty BEFORE use. The group is responsible for maintaining the floor condition once it's been released to them. Dust mops will be available to keep floor clean and playable. The facility must be returned in the same clean, whole and undamaged condition.


    Terms of Contract:

    Please meet with KRC staff one week prior to use to review facilities, request table/chair use, discuss set-up/clean-up requirements and check-in/check-out procedures, detail sports equipment needs, score clock use and any other special use terms. At this meeting, the representative will notify KRC of any special needs, time or schedule changes that would alter the contractual agreement. Acceptance of this reservation includes agreement by group that they will not discriminate based on disability while using KRC facilities.


    Photos:

    I agree, without any right of payment or editing, to the use of images of me and/or my children, including reproductions of photos, video, film, audio or other reproductions, by the City of Tempe for dissemination in all types of media for public purposes.


    Animals:

    NO ANIMALS except service animals for disability assistance.


    Certificate of Insurance:

    Corporate/company organizations renting the gym are required to submit a certificate of Insurance naming the City of Tempe as additional insured & primary to any secondary coverages on insurance affidavit. The completed affidavit is to be received by KRC within 7 days of group's event.

     

    Deposits:

    Deposits are to secure reservation of the facility and are non-refundable.

     

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