Goochland releases winter-spring parks and recreation program guide

Goochland County Parks & Recreation released its Winter/Spring 2026 Program Guide on January 7, laying out a slate of activities and services for residents through April. The 11-page PDF lists program dates and descriptions, registration details, scholarship opportunities, inclusion and mission statements, facility contacts and partner resources aimed at families, adults and seniors across the county.

The guide covers community events, open gym times and Active GVA membership information alongside youth programs, youth and family offerings, adult classes and senior programming. It also maps connections to local systems that support health and learning, including Virginia Cooperative Extension resources, Pamunkey Regional Library programs and Goochland Family YMCA partner offerings. Facility contacts for the Central High Cultural & Educational Complex and the Goochland Sports Complex are included so residents can find locations and schedules quickly.

From a public health perspective, the guide centralizes entry points for exercise, social engagement and lifelong learning that can reduce isolation and support mental and physical health. Active GVA membership details and open gym windows create low-barrier options for regular activity, while senior programs and partnerships with the library and extension services provide nonclinical supports that are particularly important for older adults and families with limited time or resources. The presence of scholarship opportunities and an inclusion statement signals the department’s intent to reduce financial and accessibility barriers to participation.

For parents and caregivers, the guide also flags summer camp registration information; the guide notes an opening date for camp enrollment and includes the steps to register. Full program listings, schedules, registration instructions and department contact information are contained in the 11-page PDF program guide released by the county.

The guide’s partner list and community resources aim to knit neighborhood supports together, from childcare and youth development to recreation and adult education. That networked approach can stretch county services further and help residents tap existing community institutions without duplicating offerings. For residents who rely on public transportation or have mobility limitations, facility contacts and program schedules can clarify travel and timing needs before committing to registrations.

The takeaway? Download or view the county’s program guide, note registration deadlines, and apply for scholarships if cost is a concern. Our two cents? Sign up early for programs you and your family need, call Parks & Recreation if you need help with registration or accommodations, and lean on the YMCA, library and extension partners to keep exercise, learning and social connection within reach this winter and spring.