Melrose Recreation Department

Payment                                                  

Payment must accompany all program registrations. Cash, checks, and credit card (online only) are all accepted. Checks should be made payable to “Melrose Recreation Department.” Mastercard, and Visa are accepted for all online registrations. All printable registrations forms can be found on our website at www.cityofmelrose.org. To register online visit our website (listed above) and click on the “Online Registration” link. If you have any difficulties please contact us at 781-979-4179.

Scholarships & Financial Aid                 

Scholarships are provided for families who qualify for the Free or Reduced Lunch Program through the Melrose School System.  Other financial assistance may be available to interested participants. For eligibility information, please contact the Melrose Recreation Department by phone or email.

Financial Aid                                           

Financial assistance may be available to interested participants. For eligibility information, please contact Melrose Recreation by phone or email. 

Participants Responsibility                     

We ask that all participants respect the staff, other participants, program equipment, age requirements, and facilities when participating in programs offered by Melrose Recreation. If participants fail to cooperate with the rules, Melrose Recreation reserves the right to dismiss or suspend a participant in any program without a refund.

Attention Parents / Guardians                

All program participants are encouraged to bring water and snacks to programs, however, due to increased nut allergies, please do not bring or send items containing nuts for snacks and lunches.

Inclement Weather                                  

All weather announcements and updates will be made via email to registered participants. Please check your email regularly to find out the status of your programs and field conditions.

Course Confirmation                              

A participant is registered ONLY when payment is received. If at any time, there are questions regarding your enrollment status please contact Melrose Recreation either by phone or email.

Special Needs                                          

Participants with special needs are encouraged to attend all of our programs. Staff members are sensitive to their needs and will do everything possible to assist. If you are unsure about program registration, call regarding specifics.

Volunteer Opportunities                         

Melrose Recreation greatly depends on volunteers to support all of our programs and special events. If you are interested in volunteering, there are a variety of programs and activities looking for a caring heart, a specific skill, and a helping hand! Contact us for openings. Thank you to all who have already given their time and energy!!!

Scholarship Funding                              

In order to continue offering quality programs at affordable costs, when registering, please consider donating to our scholarship fund. Melrose Recreation’s goal is never to turn away an interested participant due to economic hardship. With your help, we will be able to continue this practice. Thank you.