Dover Shores Community Center: Visitor Guide

Dover Shores Community Center Hours & Contact

Center telephone: 407-246-4451
Center contact email: dustin.wheeler@orlando.gov
Street address: 1400 Gaston Foster Road, Orlando, Florida 32812.

Holiday closures, maintenance, sports leagues and scheduled events may affect individual rooms. Contact the center before traveling if you need a particular facility.

Facilities & Amenities at Dover Shores

Availability is not identical across activities. For example, a private gymnasium sports rental may conflict with scheduled public recreation, and swim lessons can affect pool access.

Fitness Center Membership: Annual Price & Eligibility

City of Orlando fitness centers provide an affordable alternative to commercial gyms. Dover Shores is one of the neighborhood facilities listed in the city’s fitness membership program.

Fitness equipment described by the city includes treadmills, exercise bikes, free weights, strength machines and locker rooms across its participating fitness centers.

How to Join the Fitness Center

1. Visit Dover Shores Neighborhood Center during regular desk hours.
2. Ask whether the fitness center is currently accepting memberships.
3. Bring identification and proof of City of Orlando residency if required.
4. Confirm age requirements, rules and available exercise equipment.
5. Ask about the annual fee or senior fee exemption.
6. Complete any required membership paperwork and payment.
7. Check fitness room hours and orientation requirements before your first workout.

Dover Shores Pool: Hours, Programs & Swimming Fees

Dover Shores Pool operates at the same Gaston Foster Road address. It provides lap swimming, summer lessons, recreational swimming activities and aquatic exercise.

Pool inquiries: 407-246-4091.

Year-Round Adult Lap Swim

Summer Swim Activities

The city’s June–August program schedule also lists swimming instruction and youth recreational swim activities.

Public Open-Swim Admission

For regular City of Orlando summer public open-swim sessions, published daily passes are:

Nonresident summer seasonal passes are also published:

These seasonal products are advertised for the June–September period. They are not automatically interchangeable with year-round lap-swim or water-aerobics memberships.

Important Child Swimming Rules

• Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• Children age 6 and younger must have an adult accompany them in the water.
• Bring valid proof of City of Orlando residence when requesting resident admission.
• Follow lifeguard directions and posted pool rules.
• Pool entry is limited to the appropriate public swim or registered program periods.

Water Aerobics: Daily & Membership Prices

The city offers adult water aerobics through participating pools, including Dover Shores. These low- to higher-impact sessions use water resistance for exercise.

Because the current class timetable can differ by pool and season, ask about Dover Shores class days before purchasing a package.

How to Register for Water Aerobics

1. Contact Dover Shores to confirm the current class schedule.
2. Choose a daily visit or a longer-term water aerobics membership.
3. Open the City of Orlando recreation registration portal if buying a membership online.
4. Create an account or sign in.
5. Select the applicable H2O Robics membership.
6. Complete checkout and the required waiver.
7. Bring your membership information and any required residency proof to the pool.

Visitors who only want a single class can pay the published daily rate in person when that class is offered.

Youth Programs: Before & After School, Camps and Teen Volunteering

Dover Shores participates in City of Orlando youth recreation programs. These are structured childcare and activity programs rather than an unrestricted drop-in daycare service.

S.P.A.R.K. Before & After School

The city’s S.P.A.R.K. enrichment program serves students in kindergarten through eighth grade.

Activities include supervised games, homework help, arts and crafts, recreation and a daily snack.

Ask about school transportation, enrollment requirements, parent pickup authorization, holidays and current fees before registering.

School Vacation Days Camp

When Orange County Public Schools close for selected holidays or breaks, participating Orlando neighborhood centers offer structured day activities for children in grades K–8.

For example, an official Dover Shores registration listing for October 12, 2026, showed a vacation-day program from 7:30 AM–5:30 PM for eligible school-age children.

Individual camp dates, deadlines and places vary. A waitlist receipt does not guarantee enrollment.

Recreation Summer Camp

Orlando’s summer day camps offer supervised activities for elementary and middle-school participants at neighborhood centers, including Dover Shores when scheduled.

Families should check the specific summer registration announcement for:

• Eligible ages and grades.
• Available camp weeks.
• City-resident versus nonresident prices.
• Registration opening dates.
• Drop-off and pickup windows.
• Required emergency-contact and medical forms.

Counselors-In-Training

Teens ages 14–15 can explore the city’s Counselors-In-Training volunteer program. Participants assist recreation staff and develop practical teamwork and job-readiness skills.

How to Register for a Youth Program

1. Choose before-school, after-school, vacation-day or summer camp.
2. Check the child’s grade and age against the program requirements.
3. Ask Dover Shores about current openings.
4. Use the city’s official registration process for the chosen program.
5. Pay any applicable charges or complete subsidy documentation.
6. Wait for confirmation of enrolled status.
7. Complete the program packet and return it by the specified deadline.
8. Review drop-off rules, pickup authorization and emergency procedures.

Adult Learning, Senior Programs & Community Activities

Dover Shores has hosted adult learning and exercise activities, including English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and Zumba Toning.

English Classes

Earlier city program information listed adult ESOL classes Monday–Friday from 9 AM–noon during the Orange County Public Schools calendar, with no summer classes.

Adult education contact: Winter Park Tech, 407-482-6304.

Because this information comes from an older district program bulletin, confirm that classes are still being offered at Dover Shores before arriving.

Zumba Toning

Past City of Orlando program listings advertised Zumba Toning on Monday and Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings, at $6 per class. Current class offerings and rates must be checked with the center before attending.

Senior Activities

City of Orlando senior programs provide recreational and social opportunities for older adults. Dover Shores directs visitors to the broader city’s senior-program information for current offerings.

Dover Shores Community Center Room Rental Prices

The City of Orlando publishes specific rental options for Dover Shores Neighborhood Center. Rentals can accommodate community meetings, birthday celebrations, workshops, sports events and other approved uses.

The baseball field has two published hourly prices. The center’s public listing does not sufficiently explain the conditions determining which rate applies. Ask staff for the applicable quote.

Required Rental Deposit & Insurance

• Refundable damage and cleanup deposit: $100.
• General liability insurance: Required for rentals.
• Insurance costs: Vary depending on the event and number of attendees.
• Insurance source: Renters can provide compliant coverage or purchase coverage through the City when available.
• Payment: Full payment required when booking.
• Alcohol: Not permitted.
• Cancellation: Cancel at least 72 hours before the event to qualify for a refund under the published policy.

Which Room Should You Choose?

How to Book a Room or Sports Facility

1. Select your event space. Compare capacity, indoor/outdoor location and the intended activity.
2. Choose a date. Prepare a preferred date and alternatives.
3. Estimate attendance. The number of attendees can affect insurance costs and suitability.
4. Call the center. Contact Dover Shores at 407-246-4451 to discuss availability.
5. Ask for rental requirements. Confirm the application, insurance documentation and applicable charges.
6. Review the rental rules. Note the no-alcohol policy, room capacity and permitted use.
7. Arrange insurance. Obtain compliant general liability insurance or ask about buying coverage through the city.
8. Complete the reservation. Submit the required paperwork and pay the full applicable amount.
9. Keep the confirmation. Record the room, event time, payment details and cancellation deadline.
10. Follow event instructions. Ask about access, setup, cleanup and restoring the room after use.

Pool Rentals for Birthdays & Group Events

Dover Shores Pool participates in the City’s pool reservation program for special events. Pool rentals have separate rules and pricing from neighborhood-center rooms.

Before planning a pool party, ask the aquatics staff:

• Whether private pool rentals are being offered on the desired date.
• Whether the entire pool or only designated areas can be reserved.
• The current hourly rental price and minimum booking period.
• Required lifeguard staffing and supervision costs.
• Maximum swimmers and age requirements.
• Insurance, deposit and cancellation requirements.
• Weather-related changes or refunds.

Pool phone: 407-246-4091.

The regular room rates above should not be used to estimate a private pool event. Request the aquatics rental quote separately.

Directions, Parking & Arrival

Enter the full address into your preferred navigation application. The swimming pool shares the Gaston Foster Road address but follows its own schedule and may have separate activity check-in instructions.

Parking is available on the facility grounds. Visitors should follow posted parking rules and accessible-space signs. A verified total parking-space count or standard parking charge was not identified in the city’s facility information.

Before Arriving

• Confirm whether you are visiting the main center, pool or outdoor court.
• Use the complete Gaston Foster Road address.
• Allow additional time before registered classes.
• Ask about accessible parking or entry if needed.
• For a rental, confirm how and when your group can enter the reserved area.
• Bring proof of residency when claiming applicable resident swimming benefits.

Planning a Visit: Three Practical Options

Option 1: A Fitness Workout

1. Call the center and confirm the fitness room is available.
2. Ask about the current annual fee or senior exemption.
3. Bring identification and any residency documents.
4. Complete membership registration if required.
5. Use the approved exercise areas and follow posted rules.

Option 2: A Family Swimming Visit

1. Check whether the seasonal public open-swim program is active.
2. Find the applicable open-swim time on the city schedule.
3. Bring proof of City of Orlando residency if seeking free resident entry.
4. Prepare the nonresident entry charge if required.
5. Observe the adult-accompaniment rules for children.

Option 3: A Birthday or Community Event

1. Estimate how many guests will attend.
2. Choose the room or outdoor area that accommodates them.
3. Calculate the published base rental charge.
4. Add the refundable deposit and ask about liability insurance.
5. Confirm availability and complete the official reservation process.

Quick Checklist Before You Go

• Confirm Dover Shores is open during your planned visit.
• For the swimming pool, check lap swim versus public open-swim times.
• For fitness, bring appropriate clothes and ask about membership eligibility.
• For children, confirm age and grade requirements before registering.
• For summer camps, do not rely on registration opening dates from an earlier year.
• For rentals, ask about insurance, deposits and the 72-hour cancellation rule.
• Remember that alcohol is not allowed at center rentals.
• For an event, verify parking, setup time and maximum capacity.
• Save 407-246-4451 for last-minute questions.

10 Frequently Asked Questions

Official City of Orlando Resources

This independent visitor guide is not operated by the City of Orlando. The City of Orlando’s official policies and current schedules control admissions, programs, rentals and access.