Recreation

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Facilities & Hours of Operation:

Recreation Main Office Recreation 61 Locust St.
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(603) 516-6401

Monday - Friday

8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Ice Arena Recreation 110 Portland Ave. Dover, NH 03820
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603-516-6060

Monday - Friday

8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday

7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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Indoor Pool Recreation 9 Henry Law Ave.
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(603) 516-6441

7 Days a Week, Hours Subject to Change

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Jenny Thompson Outdoor Pool Recreation 140 Portland Ave.
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(603) 516-6085

Open June - Labor Day

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McConnell Fitness Center & Butterfield Gym Recreation 61 Locust St.
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(603) 516-6401

Monday - Friday

7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Senior Center Recreation 61 Locust St.
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(603) 516-6436

Monday - Friday

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Welcome to Dover Recreation

The Recreation Department plans, implements and supports recreational opportunities that are educational and enjoyable for Dover citizens of varied ages, interests and abilities. These services are provided from the City locations of the McConnell Center, which includes the Dover Community Senior Center, the Dover Indoor Pool, the Jenny Thompson Outdoor Pool, and the Dover Ice Arena as well as various outdoor facilities and parks throughout the City. Our main offices are located at the McConnell Center; 61 Locust Street in Dover.

What's New!

New individual basketball training sessions with Colby "Bub" Conway for those in grades 3-8- contact us for details and to schedule!  Email Krista or Ricky

Winter Basketball Programs - Resident sign-ups begin 10/2 @ 8am 
Dover Senior Center - December 2023 Newsletter

Discover Nashville!  April 28 - May 2, 2024 - Downtown Nashville is the city at its best – live music on every block, restaurants doubling as concert halls, art studios painted in vibrant
colors, local boutiques and record shops, and inventive cuisine that will excite your palate. With a hotel located in the heart of the area, you will have every opportunity imaginable to immerse yourself in this dynamic destination.  Contact Linda at (603)516-6420 to find out when the Informational presentation is or for more information!
Memorials of World War II - Featuring the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day Landing - September 13 - 22, 2024 - Please contact Linda at (603)516-6420 for more information.  Please note this trip will be active with significant walking on uneven surfaces.

We're expanding our on-line presence and our ability to take CC payments on-line - visit our new website to view our event calendar, activity list and much more!  https://getactive.dover.nh.gov

The McConnell Fitness center is open!  Please call us with questions 603-516-6401. 

Trips range from day and overnight trips all over New England to overnight trips around the world!  
Contact Linda at (603)516-6420 for more information on our travel program, or view our travel page for a sample of what we offer.  

You do not have to be a member of the Senior Center to go on these trips - you just have to have a sense of adventure! Most trips offer early sign-ups discounts, include travel insurance and round trip transportation to Logan Airport!  Call Linda at (603)516-6420 for more information.

Looking for information on the Dog Park in Dover? Learn more about the hours of operation and rules!