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COVID-19 Update - 9/29/2020

Dear Patrons,

The Staff of the Aspen Recreation Department has been working hard on developing a reopening plan for the Recreation Centers that follows best practice COVID-19 safety measures and protocols. We are excited to announce a soft reopening on October 5th of the Aspen Recreation Center and the Red Brick Recreation Center. The select activities offered will require advanced registration; no drop-ins will be allowed

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Read the Email from 9/26/2020 ›

Facility Closures

The ARC is Currently Closed › The Staff of the Aspen Recreation Department has been working hard on developing a reopening plan for the Recreation Centers that follows best practice COVID-19 safety measures and protocols.

The Aspen Recreation Center & Red Brick Recreation Center will have a soft reopening on October 5th, reservations will be required to use the areas that are open. Aspen Ice Garden remains closed. Please know all Recreation Passes will be extended for the amount of time left on your pass. Thank you.
The Red Brick is Currently Closed › Indoor & Outdoor fitness classes, by reservation, are available at the Red Brick Recreation Center. The building is closed to the public, except for reserved classes or activities.
The Aspen Ice Garden is Currently Closed

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