Mill Valley Community Center

Mill Valley Community Center is a family-friendly hub offering something for every age, from summer camps and sports leagues to swimming programs and special events. With its convenient central location and diverse programming, it's the go-to spot for Mill Valley families looking to keep kids active, engaged, and connected to their community year-round.

• ✓Heated indoor swimming pool with family swim times and youth swim lessons
• ✓Comprehensive summer camp programs with themes ranging from sports to arts
• ✓Youth sports leagues including basketball, soccer, and volleyball
• ✓Family-friendly events throughout the year like movie nights and seasonal celebrations
• ✓Well-equipped gym and fitness center with childcare available during select hours

1. 1.Register early for popular summer camps and youth sports leagues as they fill up quickly, often months in advance
2. 2.Check their online calendar for free family events and open gym times that don't require advance registration
3. 3.Parking can be tight during weekday afternoons (3-6 PM) when after-school programs let out,arrive early or use street parking on Camino Alto
4. 4.Bring reusable water bottles as the pool and gym areas can get warm, and there are filling stations throughout the facility
5. 5.Ask about the punch card system for drop-in activities, which offers better value than single-visit rates for regular attendees

Weekday mornings (9 AM-12 PM) are quietest for open swim and gym time. Weekends offer more structured family programs and events, though they're busier. Summer is peak season with extensive camp offerings, while fall and spring have the most diverse class options.

Most programs require pre-registration and fees vary by activity (memberships available for residents and non-residents). Ample parking is available in the lot, and the facility is fully accessible with family changing rooms near the pool.

Summer camps run June through August and require early registration. Holiday hours vary with reduced hours around major holidays. The outdoor athletic fields are most active during spring and fall sports seasons. Special holiday events and winter break camps are offered throughout December.

Head to Piazza D'Angelo (0.3 miles away) for family-style Italian with a kids menu, or grab post-activity smoothies and healthy bites at Barefoot Coffee Roasters just down the street on Throckmorton Avenue.