Plan Your Yucaipa Community Center Visit: Sports, Classes & Event Rentals
Yucaipa Community Center is a City of Yucaipa recreation facility at 34900 Oak Glen Road, Yucaipa, CA 92399. It has an indoor gymnasium, two racquetball courts, a dance and fitness room, activity and meeting rooms, a banquet hall and a warming kitchen.
Visitors can play drop-in sports, register for recreation classes, ask about youth programs or reserve spaces for private events. The main contact number is 909-790-7460.
Information reviewed October 29, 2026. Published registration hours, activity availability and facility rental times may differ. Confirm before visiting.
Yucaipa Community Center Hours
The City’s published 2025–26 S.T.A.R.S. registration guide lists the following operating hours for the Community Center registration location. These are useful planning hours, but are not a guarantee that every court or recreation room is available throughout the day.
| Day | Published hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 AM–8:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM–8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM–8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM–8:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM–8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed in published registration schedule |
The City’s park shelter reservation guidance separately lists service hours of Monday–Friday 9 AM–8 PM and Saturday 10 AM–4 PM. Do not assume every service counter follows identical hours.
Drop-In Basketball, Pickleball & Racquetball
Yucaipa offers scheduled drop-in recreation at the Community Center. Sports schedules can change when City classes, leagues, maintenance or reservations take priority.
| Activity | Published play hours |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM |
| Pickleball | Monday–Thursday, 9 AM–1 PM |
| Racquetball | Monday–Friday, 9 AM–7:30 PM; Saturday 9 AM–5:30 PM |
$5 per person, regardless of age or student status.
$60 for 15 visits, equivalent to $4 per visit when all visits are used.
Which should you buy? The 15-visit pass saves $15 compared with purchasing 15 individual $5 entries. Ask about pass validity, sharing rules and refunds before buying.
For the latest sports rules, open the City of Yucaipa sports schedule.
Indoor Facilities & What They Are Best For
| Space | Practical use |
|---|---|
| Gymnasium | Basketball, practices, tournaments, expos, community activities and large approved events. |
| Two racquetball courts | Scheduled play and public recreation. |
| Banquet room | Weddings, birthdays, quinceañeras, graduations, meetings and celebrations. |
| Dance and fitness room | Dance instruction, fitness classes, movement sessions and group activities. |
| Activity room | Workshops, classes, presentations and gatherings. |
| Meeting room | Small meetings and presentations. |
| Warming kitchen | Refrigeration, warming catered food and event preparation. Not a full public cooking kitchen. |
The City describes the center as a 24,462-square-foot recreation facility. The building serves both casual visitors and organized programs, so individual rooms may be unavailable during private bookings.
Yucaipa Community Center Rental Rates
The City’s current facility webpage lists the following room and gymnasium rates. Most indoor reservations require insurance, and the final price can include staffing, permits and optional equipment.
| Space | Deposit | Standard rate |
|---|---|---|
| Banquet room | $250 | $160/hour |
| Dance / fitness room | $250 | $100/hour |
| Full gymnasium | $100 | $200/hour |
| Single court, practice only | Confirm | $60/hour |
| Full court, practice only | Confirm | $100/hour |
| Activity room | $100 | $70/hour |
| Meeting room | $100 | $70/hour |
| Warming kitchen | $200 | $200/day |
Resident discount: The City lists a 10% discount for eligible residents. Ask whether it applies to your selected hourly rental charge and what residency documentation is required. Deposits and special fees may be treated differently.
Room Capacity & Event Planning
| Room | Published capacity |
|---|---|
| Banquet room | 150–170 banquet; 260–280 auditorium arrangement |
| Dance / fitness room | Approximately 65 |
| Gymnasium | 300–500, depending on use and setup |
| Activity room | 52 |
| Meeting room | 20 |
The banquet room is approximately 2,134 square feet and has access to an adjacent 40-by-80-foot patio. The gymnasium is approximately 10,699 square feet. The dance room measures approximately 1,836 square feet.
Room choice: Use the meeting room for small groups, activity room for workshops, banquet room for celebrations, and gymnasium for sports or very large events. Approved occupancy depends on the actual seating and floor layout.
How to Reserve a Room or Gymnasium
- Select the correct space. Estimate attendance, event activities, tables, seating, kitchen requirements and access needs.
- Review the City’s prices. Compare the standard hourly charge, deposit, staffing and any resident discount.
- Request a facility tour or availability. Contact Community Services at 909-790-7460. City facility-tour staff advertise Monday–Thursday, 7:30 AM–5:30 PM availability.
- Open the official rental page. Choose the Facility Reservation Application under Applications.
- Complete the form. Enter contact details, proposed dates, attendance, facility needs and event type.
- Ask about insurance and permits. Confirm insurance requirements, staffing, alcohol approval when applicable, cancellation terms and due dates.
- Submit for City approval. Do not treat an inquiry as a confirmed reservation. Pay only through the approved City process.
- Keep the confirmation. Save the approved reservation, permitted hours, setup requirements and final charges.
Programs for Children, Adults & Seniors
The Community Services Department offers seasonal recreation classes, sports, camps and community activities. Course schedules, registration periods, instructor availability and fees change throughout the year.
Sports instruction, Little Athletes for roughly ages 3–6, seasonal camps and registered classes.
Drop-in sports, dance, fitness classes and seasonal recreational activities.
Before- and after-school program administration and registration assistance. Actual school-age programs operate at designated school sites.
Some senior fitness activities use the Yucaipa Community Center, while Scherer Community Center is the City’s main senior-service facility.
How to Find & Register for Classes
- Visit the City’s Community Services page.
- Choose Activity Guide, Classes, Sports or the appropriate program category.
- Check the current session, age requirements, schedule, total fees and class location.
- Open the official Yucaipa recreation registration portal.
- Create or sign in to your household account, select the eligible class and complete registration.
- Save the receipt and confirm any equipment, clothing or participation requirements.
Seniors, Pool Visits & Other Nearby Options
Senior services: Scherer Community Center, at 12202 First Street, is the City’s principal senior-program location, with nutrition support, senior fitness and referral services. Not every Scherer activity takes place at the Oak Glen Road center.
Swimming: The City’s 7th Street Pool is at 12385 7th Street, not inside Yucaipa Community Center. It operates seasonally, typically during warmer months, and has separate admission, aquatic programming and rental rules.
Park shelters: City picnic shelters and other reservable park facilities are separate from indoor Community Center rooms. Published daily shelter rates include:
| Outdoor rental | Published daily fee |
|---|---|
| Small shelter | $237 |
| Medium shelter | $337 |
| Large shelter | $437 |
| Community Park amphitheater | $637/day, plus $100 deposit |
The City lists a 10% eligible resident discount and requires insurance for outdoor reservations. The quoted shelter prices include the daily rental and insurance fee. Confirm dates and total charges before paying.
Map, Parking & Directions
Yucaipa Community Center
34900 Oak Glen Road
Yucaipa, CA 92399
Telephone: 909-790-7460
The City lists convenient parking and loading areas for major rental spaces. However, an exact current public parking-space count and building-specific accessible-space count were not confirmed. Ask staff about the correct entrance and loading arrangements, especially for large events or accessible transport.
Local landmark: The center is in the Oak Glen Road recreation area near Yucaipa Community Park. Use the exact street address to avoid confusion with Scherer Community Center, 7th Street Pool or the Performing Arts Center.
Before-You-Go Checklist
- Confirm you are traveling to 34900 Oak Glen Road.
- Check the current operating hours and holiday closures.
- If playing sports, ask whether courts are open for drop-in use.
- Bring the $5 drop-in fee or confirm current pass acceptance.
- If attending a class, save your registration confirmation and check the required equipment.
- If renting, obtain an itemized estimate with deposit, insurance, assistant fees and any permit charges.
- Confirm accessible entrance, parking and guest arrival instructions if needed.
- For a youth program, verify the exact school or program site rather than assuming activities occur inside the center.
Related California Community Center Guides
If you are comparing nearby Inland Empire facilities, the Redlands Community Center visitor guide covers gymnasium access, recreation classes, room rentals and operating hours in neighboring Redlands.
For another San Bernardino County civic recreation option, read the Montclair Community Center programs and rental guide, which explains its community and senior-service facilities.
Visitors comparing municipal gyms and multipurpose rental rooms can also review the Montevalle Community Center sports and event-space guide for another Southern California model.
For a larger recreation campus with gymnasiums, event halls and outdoor sports areas, see the La Sierra Community Center facility guide.
These are separate California recreation centers with their own hours, rates, membership rules and management.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where is Yucaipa Community Center located?
Yucaipa Community Center is at 34900 Oak Glen Road, Yucaipa, California 92399. The telephone number is 909-790-7460.
2. What are Yucaipa Community Center hours?
The published 2025–26 City registration guide lists Monday–Friday 9 AM–8 PM, Saturday 9 AM–6 PM and Sunday closed. Activity schedules and current operating hours may differ. Call before a time-sensitive visit.
3. How much does drop-in basketball cost?
The City lists $5 per person for drop-in basketball, regardless of age or student status. A $60 prepaid pass provides 15 visits.
4. When is drop-in pickleball available?
The City’s published schedule lists Monday–Thursday from 9 AM to 1 PM. Scheduled programs take priority, so confirm availability before visiting.
5. Does the center have racquetball courts?
Yes. It has two racquetball courts. The published schedule lists Monday–Friday 9 AM–7:30 PM and Saturday 9 AM–5:30 PM, subject to changes.
6. Can I rent Yucaipa Community Center for a wedding or birthday?
Yes. The banquet room supports approved weddings, birthdays, quinceañeras, graduation parties and other events. The standard listed rental charge is $160 per hour plus a $250 deposit, with additional requirements or fees possible.
7. How much does it cost to rent the gymnasium?
The published full gymnasium rate is $200 per hour with a $100 deposit. Practice-only options include $60 per hour for one court and $100 per hour for the full court, subject to approval.
8. Do Yucaipa residents get a rental discount?
The City lists a 10% resident discount on eligible facility rentals. Ask what documentation is required and whether individual fees or deposits qualify.
9. Does Yucaipa Community Center have a swimming pool?
The indoor Community Center facility listing does not include a swimming pool. The City’s separate seasonal 7th Street Pool is at 12385 7th Street.
10. How do I register for classes or reserve a room?
For classes, use the City Community Services page and official recreation registration portal. For rentals, open the City’s facility reservation page, select the appropriate application, confirm availability and follow the approval and payment instructions.
Official Resources & Contact
- City of Yucaipa — Community Center location
- Official facility descriptions, fees and rental applications
- Drop-in sports fees and schedules
- City recreation classes, programs and events
- Official recreation registration portal
- Senior programming and Scherer Community Center
Community Services phone: 909-790-7460
Community Services email: communityservices@yucaipa.gov
Independent visitor guide. Not an official City of Yucaipa website. Program times, room availability, fees, insurance requirements and reservation policies are controlled by the City.