Recreation Management
Software built for parks and recreation, backed by local government expertise
Engage Your Community with Seamless Recreation Management
Every registration, reservation, and payment is a chance to connect neighbors, inspire wellness, and create lasting memories. But outdated systems and manual processes can get in the way.
We know the frustration of juggling spreadsheets, fielding phone calls, and managing outdated systems. We built CivicPlus® Recreation Management to take the stress out of your day. With tools designed by former parks and rec professionals, we help you reclaim your time, streamline your operations, and focus on what matters most: building a stronger, healthier community.
1,200+ Serving 1,200+ local government parks and recreation departments and special districts
200+ Our team brings 200+ years of parks and recreation expertise
~$ 1 billion ~$1 billion of recreation revenue processed annually
Explore Recreation Management
Empower your staff with tools designed to enhance efficiency, improve fiscal transparency, and create exceptional recreational experiences tailored to your community’s unique needs.
Our solution simplifies operations for staff and enhances the resident experience with seamless self-service options.
Product Features
Program and Registration Management
Program catalog, schedules, registrations, leagues, and instructor management
Facility and Event Reservations
Facility bookings, event ticketing, and membership management
Registration and Payment Processing
Integrated payment processing, point-of-sale transactions, and hassle-free checkout
Cost Recovery
Recover costs and maximize revenue from recreation programs with real-time data and financial reporting tools.
How CivicPlus Solves Common Recreation Management Challenges
Recreation departments are vital to community well-being, but outdated systems and inefficient workflows often make it difficult to deliver seamless experiences for residents and staff. Click below to explore how we’re addressing the biggest challenges faced by parks and recreation teams.
Cumbersome Registration Processes
Simplify sign-ups and streamline the registration process with an intuitive, user-friendly online platform.
Disjointed Systems and Manual Workflows
Consolidate systems and gain clear visibility into department performance with centralized data and reporting.
Staff Training and High Turnover
Minimize training time and improve staff usage with modern, easy-to-learn software.
Low Community Engagement
Increase community engagement and program participation with dedicated tools for communication and outreach.
Complex Staff and Facility Management
Drive staff and program management efficiencies with integrated, collaborative tools.
Transform Recreation Management
Explore how our Recreation Management software streamlines operations, enhances resident engagement, and simplifies administration across departments.
Parks and Recreation Leadership
- Optimize program offerings, resource allocation, and fiscal reporting with a centralized platform designed to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
- Support data-driven decision-making with real-time insights into program participation, facility utilization, and revenue.
- Improve community engagement with a user-friendly registration system and automated communication tools.
Recreation Director and Superintendent
- Simplify program scheduling, activity registration, and facility coordination with intuitive workflows that reduce administrative burdens.
- Enhance staff efficiency by consolidating multiple systems into one platform for seamless program management.
- Boost resident participation with self-service tools for easy registration, payments, and schedule tracking.
Administration
- Eliminate inefficiencies caused by fragmented systems by integrating registrations, payments, and facility reservations into a single platform.
- Reduce manual data entry errors with automated reporting tools and real-time data visibility.
- Maintain system reliability and ease of use with intuitive design and dedicated support for troubleshooting and implementation.
Program Delivery and Coordination
- Increase program accessibility with a mobile-friendly, self-service platform that allows residents to register, pay, and participate effortlessly.
- Streamline program logistics with automated scheduling, resource tracking, and built-in communication tools.
- Improve program quality and resident satisfaction with automated surveys and feedback tools to refine offerings.
Recreation Management in the Civic Impact Platform
Recreation Management can be used on its own, but it’s even more powerful when combined with other CivicPlus products.
Municipal Websites Auto-publish programs and sync with website calendar and boost online engagementLearn More
Web Accessibility Maintain ADA compliance with hands-off web accessibility and remediation for your recreation pages.Learn More
Frequently Asked Questions About Recreation Management Software
Is the CivicPlus Recreation Management software previously known as CivicRec?
Yes, CivicRec has been rebranded to CivicPlus Recreation Management.
What is recreation management software?
Recreation management software, or parks and rec software, integrates all your complex and demanding community activity management functions into one easy-to-use program. The recreation software streamlines the management of your operations, which reduces back-office tasks, increases efficiency, and boosts revenue all in one place. The software programs are made up of comprehensive modules equipped with a wide variety of features to cover any and every recreational need. Learn more by reading this handy, in-depth explainer recreation management software.
Is CivicPlus’ Recreation Management PCI-compliant?
Recreation Management Payments maintains PCI compliance through an approved Scanning Vendor (ControlScan). We are scanned monthly and receive a quarterly certification of compliance. We provide our customers with a copy of that certificate for use in their PCI compliance.
Will I have a dedicated implementation manager?
Yes. We make deploying our parks and recreation management software easy. A dedicated implementation manager will guide you through our proven step-by-step implementation process. From data imports to merchant integrations, our team has the knowledge and experience to ease you through the change. And we have award-winning customer support, too.
How can we boost parks and recreation revenue?
To boost parks and recreation revenue, consider the following strategies:
- Diversify programs to attract a wider audience
- Optimize pricing structure based on market demand
- Improve marketing efforts to raise awareness
- Streamline registration and payment processes
- Focus on exceptional customer experience
- Leverage technology solutions for efficiency
- Explore partnerships and sponsorships for additional revenue streams
By implementing these recreation management strategies, you can maximize resident participation, improve customer satisfaction, and generate increased revenue for your Parks and Recreation department.