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Harvey Park Recreation Center
2120 S Tennyson Way, Denver, CO 80219, United States
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Ar
Review №1

It’s a decent park nice lake here good for a run or a walk

Br
Review №2

Great neighborhood rec-center with a very helpful and friendly staff. I take my two oldest here in the winter time to shoot hoops. Keep up the good work

T
Review №3

I love that they bring new programs for the kids instead of the same ones every year. Swimming pool temp is always perfect. Love the baby pool for 5 years and younger. Price for adults is $3.50 and $1.00 for the kiddos. Kids get in free if they have a My Denver card.

Al
Review №4

Told by staff that its a private club for exclusive use by Parks and recreation staff only . Highly disturbing since this a place thats taxpayer funded and lisst themselves as part of the Denve Parks system

In
Review №5

Lots of Geese, and Geese poop. Has a decent recreation center & playground for the kids. However just watch your feet for geese poo in the grassy areas where the good spots are to picnic at.... Otherwise I would give this place 4 stars if they took better care.

do
Review №6

Really quiet there can enjoy work out no fools around

Je
Review №7

Fantastic place to vote, very convenient and helpful.

To
Review №8

The staff here is top notch. Amazing small rec center in SW Denver.

Ni
Review №9

Small but mighty. Love the staff and their scheduling of events. There is something for almost all ages.

Bo
Review №10

They offered us a free lunch which was very good

em
Review №11

Awful and rude employees yelled at my 8 year old sister for slamming her doors and then laughed about it. She was a blonde with black glasses. Do not bring your children here.

lo
Review №12

Beautiful sunset

N
Review №13

Pretty nice. The fitness room is a little small. It would be nice if they had yoga classes.

Ma
Review №14

Pushy sales person. Just needed to know about pool access. Wasted 5 minutes of time for an unnecessary tour

Pa
Review №15

Great little rec center in the neighborhood with amazing classes and the instructors are incredible!

Ja
Review №16

If I could rate this recreation center any lower, I would.My wife saw an advertisement for Parents Night Out at the Harvey Park Recreation Center - only $5 per child. We thought that would be great -- we get to go on a date, our 2 boys (7 and 8) get to have fun playing with other kids.We dropped them off shortly after 5pm, and walked in shortly before 8pm. Wed expected to see the boys laughing and playing. Instead, my oldest saw us, ran up to me, and said All I want to do is go home. Right now. The tone in his voice said it all -- this was no exaggeration, and he isnt joking. He had a very very bad experience. Our youngest came up to us next, and they both relayed some very upsetting experiences they had.4 boys decided to bully them most of the time they were there. I dont know the boys names, but was told the gang leader was wearing an orange t-shirt, and another had a light blue (or light grey) sleeveless shirt. My kids thing the gang-of-4 were 11 or 12.1) I dont know what precipitated this, but the orange shirt bully told my oldest that if he told on him, hed punch my son.2) While playing outside, the gang-of-4 relentlessly chased my 2 boys around, to the point that they were both afraid of these kids. In an effort to get the boys to stop, my oldest started running full speed for the street (he didnt go into the street, but ran towards it, knowing it was out of the area they were supposed to remain in). My oldest tells me he believes the gang-of-4, particularly orange-shirt, wanted to get them into trouble.3) During a game of dodge ball, the gang-of-4 were pelting other kids (focusing on my 2 boys) so hard that my children ended up with welts on their skin.Others might read this and think -- of course, thats what kids do. I would generally agree, but heres the rub -- according to my children, the staff didnt do anything to stop these events from occurring, or halt them once they began.I asked my oldest why they didnt tell a staff member, or have them call us, and we couldve picked them up.1) My oldest told me that the mean lady (apparently older, wrinkles on her face, blue shirt, and on the heavy side) was yelling at other kids earlier that night. And whatever she said to these kids caused my children to mistrust her.2) He did tell one of the staff that he wanted to go home, expecting theyd call us, and was told unequivocally, no.3) While everyone was playing basketball, a DJ setup his equipment and started playing the music so loud that my boys ears hurt. They told this to one of the staff, who responded by saying they were too close to the speakers. (The boys were only that close to the speakers because thats where the staff member was, so they had no choice). They also said when they covered their ears, their bodies were vibrating due to the music. Thats too loud, ESPECIALLY for young children. I, and my children, value their hearing. The staff allowing music to be played that loud is inexcusable, to which I can only conclude they dont value their hearing, and could care less about the hearing of the children theyre watching.To sum it up:1) When seeking help from the staff, the staff ignore and completely shutdown my children.2) The staff created an environment where the children are afraid to seek their help.3) The staff created an environment where bullying is allowed to happen, and apparently dont have the experience or training necessary to stop it.This entire event is sad, pathetic, and must not be allowed to continue. However, while I cannot control the staff, I can control whom I trust with my children -- and I do not trust the Harvey Park Recreation Center. Rest assured, we will never return.And if anyone from the Harvey Park Recreation Center is reading this -- I expect you can view your security video to figure put names to the descriptions Ive provided.

Lu
Review №17

Great Basketball court, good weight room, great big swimming pool, as well as a kiddie pool!

CO
Review №18

Nice neighborhood rec center with good people

Jo
Review №19

Good local community place that is great for kids. Could use some upgrades.

Fr
Review №20

Love the swimming pool

An
Review №21

Because i love sheena and basketball

Ri
Review №22

Great place to spend summer days

Ja
Review №23

Mice pool and staff

Sa
Review №24

Yes

Ri
Review №25

Small but great

sh
Review №26

Fantastic

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4.3 Rating
  • Address:2120 S Tennyson Way, Denver, CO 80219, United States
  • Site:https://www.denvergov.org/content/denvergov/en/denver-parks-and-recreation/recreation-centers-pools/recreation-centers/harvey-park-recreation-center.html
  • Phone:+1 720-865-0550
Categories
  • Recreation center
Working hours
  • Monday:9am–2pm
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:9am–8:30pm
  • Thursday:9am–8pm
  • Friday:9am–8:30pm
  • Saturday:9am–8pm
  • Sunday:9am–7pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
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