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Dover Shores Community Center and Pool

Address: 1400 Gaston Foster Road
Recreation Phone: 407.246.4451
Recreation Hours:
 Mon - Sat: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
 Sun: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Golf Training Complex Hours:
 Mon - Sat: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
 Sun: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Rentals Available: 407.246.4451

Amenities:
baseballBenchBike RackComputer LabsDrinking FountainGymnasiumFitness CenterGolfMulti Purpose Field
ParkingPavilionPicnic AreaPlaygroundRacquet BallRestroomsSidewalkSwimmingTennis

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● Pool Schedule ● Rental Information ●
● Dover Shores Community Center History ●

Highlights:

The Dover Shores Community Center is located on the corner of Gaston Foster Road and Curry Ford Road. The center boasts a beautiful 9,000 square foot multi-use gymnasium. The fitness center is equipped with state-of-the-art Cybex and cardiovascular equipment. Also included in the center are a computer lab, multi-purpose rooms, activity rooms, grand room, conference room, two kitchens, and men’s and women's locker rooms with showers. Outdoors amenities include an Olympic size swimming pool, playground, baseball field, two racquetball courts, two handball courts, tennis courts, picnic tables and a covered pavilion. A 2005 expansion included the addition of a 3,000 square foot, dividable Grand Room for parties, receptions and meetings. Also part of that construction was a 20,000 square foot outdoor Golf Training Complex which includes a sand trap, rough, 9-hole putting green, and 6 driving cages.

Programs:

Computer Lab (all ages): Offering open lab for research, resume writing, homework, internet access, and other activities.

ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages): Classes are held for speakers of foreign languages to learn English for ages 18 and up

Golf: This weekly after-school program teaches the fundamentals of golf. It is available for youth from kindergarten to 9th grade.

Midnight Basketball (ages 16 and up): Cool off with our mid-night hoops on Fridays from 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.

Karate Self Defense: Twice a week, September through May – This martial art is offered to teach the basics of self-defense for safety and health as well as increase confidence, discipline, and physical fitness.

SPARK Before/After-School Program (ages 5 - 14): 7 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.. - 6p.m. every day after school. This safe and affordable after school program is for elementary and middle school age children. This five-day a week program offers a diverse array of activities, such as homework time, computer lab, arts and crafts, nutrition and fitness, sports, fun free time, community service projects and field trips (an additional expense). 

SPARK Camp Orlando Summer Camp (ages 5 - 14): A safe and affordable summer camp program for youth. This five-day week program at 16 City recreation centers offers a variety of activities, including swimming, crafts, outdoor activities, nature programs, exciting field trips (additional expense), computer labs, arts and crafts, and special events. Sites may offer different activities according to the interests of the children who participate in programs.  

SPARK School Vacation Daze (ages 5 -14): A youth program coinciding with school holidays from 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.  Offering fun activities during school breaks, children can enjoy crafts, outdoor activities, game rooms, and much more during the traditional Orange County Public School vacation calendar year. Register at site prior to school holidays.

Rentals and Public Use:

Dover Shores Community Center offers certain rooms within the facility for rent for events such as birthday parties, meetings, showers, and so on.
  • Kitchen - $ 15 per hour
  • Gymnasium - $65 per hour – Capacity 300 persons.
  • Grand Room - $50 per hour - Capacity 100 persons.
  • Multi-Purpose Room - $50 per hour – Capacity 80 persons.
  • Activity Room - $50 per hour - Capacity 40 persons.
  • Baseball Field - $40 per hour - Capacity 300 persons.
  • Conference Room - $15 per hour – Capacity 6 persons.
Rental Policy and Procedures
  • $100 Damage Deposit Required. Deposit will be refunded 4 to 6 weeks after rental if no damage was found after the rental.
  • Insurance is not refundable and prices range from $31 to $80 and will protect any injuries that may happen during the rental.
  • No Alcoholic Beverages allowed.
  • All rentals must be scheduled 14 days prior to event.
  • All rentals must be paid in full at time of booking
  • Rentals must be cancelled at least 72 hours prior to event to receive a refund
Public Use
  • Fitness Center memberships are available at daily, monthly, six month, and annual rates. For more information, call the Center.
  • Computer Lab, Tennis Courts and Racquetball/Handball areas are open to the public at no charge during operational hours.
  • Computer Lab will close for the after school program from August through May from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Families, Parks and Recreation