Desert Recreation District Announces New GM
Dr. Gabriel Martin Joins the DRD Team
Gabriel Martin, whose career has centered on service to
residents, strengthening community partnerships, and building
inclusive programs and places that bring people together.
Throughout his career, he has worked closely with parks and
community services teams, overseeing cross-department
initiatives, facilities planning, and partnerships to expand
access to safe, high-quality recreation. He brings a proven track
record of leading teams and collaborating with city, county,
nonprofit, and private partners to enhance quality of life across
diverse communities.
SEP-DEC 2025 Activity and Program Guide
It's live here on the website!
Our September–December 2025 Activity and Program Guide is officially in the mail — so keep an eye on your mailbox!
Even better, the guide is now live on our website in a brand-new interactive flip book format. You can easily flip through pages right on your screen, download a copy to your device, and even click directly from the guide to register for classes in just one step.
From fall sports and fitness to aquatics, senior activities, youth programs, and family fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season.
Elevate Your Every Day: Art & Music
4th Video in Series
Our fourth installment of Elevate Your Every Day shines a spotlight on the Arts & Music activities offered through Desert Recreation District—and the many ways these creative outlets enrich our lives.
We provide a wide variety of opportunities for those interested in exploring their artistic side. Learn to play guitar, take piano lessons, or discover the joy of visual expression in one of our art programs. If movement inspires you, we also offer dance classes ranging from ballet to belly dancing to Salsa.
Important Update
New Convenience Fees for Credit/Debit Transactions Begins September 15, 2025
As part of Desert Recreation District’s ongoing efforts to provide high-quality programs and services to our community, we want to inform you about an upcoming change to our payment process.
What’s Changing?
Starting September 15, 2025, the following convenience fees will apply to credit/debit card transactions:
