Pre-registration is required for many recreation activities. Programs are filled on a first-come, first-served basis with waiting lists as necessary for each session period. An exception exists for preschool classes; additional restrictions may apply.

Browse activities, and register online. First-time online registrants will need to create a Client ID and family PIN. Contact Harding, Calavera Hills or Stagecoach Community Centers to establish an account. Proof of residency will be required.  To report issues with online registration, call 760-434-2826.

Online registration will be offered prior to other methods of registration.  Consult the current issue of the Community Services Guide.

Phone or mail registration

Consult the current issue of the Community Services Guide for phone and mail registration dates.

Registration is accepted by phone or mail at any community center. Faxed registration forms are not accepted.

Returned checks

A $35 service fee will be charged for all checks returned for insufficient funds.

Program changes

Class schedules, fees, instructors, policies and procedures are subject to change. If class minimums are not reached within 72 hours of the class start date, classes are subject to cancellation.

Alternate classes, substitutions

For drop-in and mail-in registration, please use the registration form. Those unable to register as requested will be contacted for an alternative. Checks will be returned to applicants unable to choose an alternative.

Wait-list policy

If an opening occurs in a class, it will be offered to the first Carlsbad resident on the wait-list. Staff will call and leave a message that an opening is available. Residents will have 24 hours to respond to the call, and then the next person on the list will be called. Priority will be given to Carlsbad residents. Once the class is less than one week from starting, staff will call down the wait-list and the first person to respond will be able to enroll in the class.