Programs in the Parks

      Parks and Recreation Director

      Sheryl Ely
      sely@knoxvilletn.gov
      (865) 215-4311

      Lakeshore Park
      5930 Lyons View Pike
      Knoxville, TN 37919

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      The City of Knoxville has experienced a growing demand for the use of parks and greenways by a variety of commercial and         non-profit entities, including health/fitness providers, dog trainers, yoga instructors, and other outdoor professional service providers. In order to effectively manage the commercial and non-profit use of parks, greenways and corridors, Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department has established a "Programs in the Parks" policy and procedure. This policy applies to events, sessions, etc. that involve any exchange of money.

      GOAL OF PROGRAMS IN THE PARKS

      1. To encourage recreation and leisure opportunities in City of Knoxville Park, Greenway and Corridor Spaces.
      2. To increase communication of the Programs in the Parks opportunities with Knoxville Citizens.
      3. To promote successful partnerships between the department and local program providers.
      4. To continue to increase and encourage outdoor recreation participation and improve overall health and wellness for ALL ages!
      5. To implement a process that ensures the safety of patrons through educating providers on importance of certifications, liability insurance and program participation waivers.


      FOR MORE INFORMATION

      Are you interested in facilitating a program in a local City park? Please contact Aaron Browning at 865-215-1719 or abrowning@knoxvilletn.gov for more information or read and complete the following documents:
      Programs in the Parks Policy [PDF]
      Programs in the Parks Rules [PDF]
      Programs in the Parks Proposal Form [PDF]
      Signature Form [PDF]
      Programs in the Parks Flier [PDF]

      Recreation Center Program Proposal Form [PDF]


      REGISTERED PROGRAMS IN THE PARKS

      2019/2020

      Little Bellas - For more information, click here.
      Ca-La Fitness - For more information, click here.
      parkrun U.S. - For more information on the Third Creek Greenway parkrun, click here.
      REI, inc.
      Knoxville Beauty Hunters -       For more information, click here.
      USTA Tennessee:Rallycats - For more information, click here.
      Soccer Shots - For more information, click here.

      2018/2019

      Pickleball by Paul - For more information, click here.
      Soccer Shots       - For more information, click here.
      Tinkergarten - For more information, click here.
      Child of the Earth
      USTA Tennessee:Rallycats       - For more information, click here.
      Little Bellas - For more information, click here.
      Knoxville Beauty Hunters - For more information, click here.
      Ca-La Fitness - Form more information, click here.

      2017/2018

      Ca-L'a Fitness Classes - For more information, click here.
      South Landing CrossFit - For more information, click here.
      Soccer Shots - For more information, click here.
      Club Sports 4 Kids - For more information, click here.
      Pickleball by Paul - For more information, click here.
      Inas Yoga - For more information, click here.
      LeeLikesBikes - For more information, click here.
      Tinkergarten - For more information, click here.
      Rigazzi Mobile Wellness Program - For more information, click here.