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1. How do I register for a program, activity, or sport?

Registration forms can be taken at the Eastside Enhancement Center between our hours of operation (Monday – Friday, 10:00am to 9:00pm). Registration forms with payment can be also mailed to the Eastside Enhancement Center.

NOTE: Registration forms without the proper payment WILL NOT be accepted under any circumstances

2. What are your payment policies?

We accept cash, checks, or money order. Payment must be received at the time of registration for ALL forms to be processed. When paying with cash, the customer should make the best attempt possible to have exact change.

The recreation department is not always able to guarantee making change for customers. All checks should be made out to Dinwiddie County Parks and Recreation.

3. What is the deadline to register for a program?

Programs and classes must reach their minimum enrollment number one (1) week prior to the start of the first class. Youth sports will have a deadline to register listed on the flyer / promotional material.

4. Do I have to be a resident of Dinwiddie County to register for a program or activity?

Each program has different requirements in regards to residency. For the programs that do allow for non-residents to register, a $10.00 non-resident fee is charged.

5. Can I register for a class online?

Yes. Participants can register using the ActiveNet. As a reminder, there is a convience fee charged to the program when registering online.

6. Do I have to fill out all the information on the registration form?

Yes. All information needs to be filled out for the form to be valid.

7. Can I still sign up after the registration deadline?

If a class has hit its minimum enrollment by the registration deadline, you can register. It is still beneficial to register early to ensure that the class hits its minimum number, and to be guaranteed a spot before it fills up.

NOTE: Participants can register for classes after the program beings but no pro-rated amount for classes missed will be offered.

8. What days/times can I reserve your building?

Monday – Friday: 10:00am to 9:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday: CLOSED

9. Is alcohol allowed in private rentals?

No.

10. Can I reserve the room over the phone, and come to fill out the paper work tomorrow?

No. We do not hold tentative reservations. All paperwork must be taken in person, by the applicant, NO EXCEPTIONS.

11. Why can’t I write a check for an event I am a part of if my name is not on the application?

All check payments need to be taken from the person whose name is on the facility reservation application unless paying in cash. The person making the application must also attend the event.

12. What is the minimum age to be considered a senior?

55 years old

13. What are your program capacities?

Program capacities vary; please contact us for more information.

14. Does the Parks and Recreation Department provide any types of scholarships to help with program registration?

This will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Please contact us for more information.

15. What sports leagues do you offer and what are the fees?

At this time, we offer youth basketball, youth football, youth flag football, youth cheerleading, youth soccer, youth wrestling, and blastball. We also offer tennis classes, gymnastics, and karate. Review the website for more details and fees for each program.

Youth baseball and softball are also offered but both are operated by private associations.

16. How will I be notified if a practice or game is cancelled?

Participants can contact our Inclement Weather Hotline at 804-732-1100 or review the inclement weather link on www.PLAYdinwiddie.com. Our department also utilizes an ETNS system which will send a blast phone call to notify all participants in the event of a cancellation