• Frequently Asked Questions



Answers to FAQs For Online Registration Customers

Q: How do I establish an online account?
A: Before registering for any programs or activities online, you must establish an online registration account and receive a Customer ID and Password.

This is how you create an online registration account:

1) Click on the "My Account" button.

2)Fill out the form for New Account Request completely; answer all required information. Click submits. Please submit your request only once.

*Please Note: If you are registering a child for a program, please use your own information when filling out the online registration account request form, NOT the information of the child you wish to register for an activity. Once you have an online registration account, you will have the opportunity to add family members.

3) Your account will be approved within 24 to 48 hours. (In most cases it is confirmed within 8 hours of the request but this cannot be guaranteed. You will receive an email confirming the successful entry of your account. Be sure to keep a record of your login name and password as you will need it to register online in the future.
Q: How do I purchase a Gift Certificate online?
A: While you can still order gift certificates at any of our locations, we are now offering Online certificates you print at home. You can now print gift certificates for family members to personalize them or just a general certificate to give as a gift to friends. If you are purchasing for a family member, you can use the dropdown box. If you are purchasing for a friend click on the non-specific recipient. You can then enter any amount from $5.00 to $2000.00 for the Gift Certificate. Once you confirm and pay, you can view your receipt and print your certificate.

(When ordering online you do need an account)
Q: How do I register online for an activity?
A: Once your account has been established, registration for programs and activities is easy:

1) Click the "Register Now" button on the registration home page.

2) Select the activity that you would like to enroll in. You can use several filters at the top of the page to find programs. (Category, age group or Department) You can also click advanced search for other options. If you use the Keyword box, the keyword box is searching title only. You can also put in your activity number in this box. You can add the full activity number with the section or just *and the 4 digit course number (*6300) Clicking the underlined activity name will show you a detailed activity description. Clicking the underlined activity name will show you a detailed activity description.

3) Click the "Add to My Cart" button if you wish to register for the activity.

4) Next, login to your online registration account by entering your login information and password. Proceed to checkout by clicking the "Continue" button. From this screen you may remove activities from your cart or view more activities and add them to your cart.

*Important: If more than one family member will be attending the activity, change the quantity registering for the activity and then click on the "Update Cart" button.

5) Confirm your activity name, date and time, enrollee and price.

6) Click "Continue" to proceed with payment. You will be prompted that you are entering a secure site. Click "Yes". Enter your credit card information on the Payment Information Page. Click "Continue". We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express.

*Please Note: The name and address must match those that are on file with your credit company. If the address does not match the card will decline.

7) Once your payment has been approved, your receipt will display. Please print a copy of your receipt for your records. Our receipts include additional notes needed for the class so please remember to print!
Q: How many accounts should each family have?
A: We recommend that each family establish one account. Create the account in the name of a head of household and then add all family member names to the account after it is established (see next question).
Q: How do I add family members to My Account?
A: You may add family members in the two following locations:

1) You may add a family members under "My Account", this is done by clicking the link "Change information about family members/friends".

2) You may also add family members during the enrollment process. This is done by clicking on the link "Add family member/friends" which is located beside the participant box.
Q: Can I view activities without registering?
A: You can always browse through the activities without registering. Click "View Activities" button and look at all the activities that are offered.
Q: What do I do if I forgot my password?
A: From the My Account program, enter your Login name. Then check the "Forgot your Password" box and click "Continue". You will advance to the custom security question you created when establishing your account. If, after reviewing your custom security question you do not recall your password, or if your password is not valid, please contact our office during normal business hours and a member of our staff will assist you.

*Please DO NOT create another customer account.
Q: What will happen if I try to register for an activity that is fully enrolled?
A: Your name will be placed on a waiting list to be contacted in the event that a space in that class/activity opens up or additional classes are added. If you do not want to be placed on the waiting list, click the "Remove" button that appears on the screen. If a space opens for the class, you will be contacted immediately. If we are unable to contact you, your space will be given to the next customer on the wait list.
Q: Can I view my transaction history and print out my past receipts online?
A: Yes, from the date on which your online account is established. The "My Account" feature allows you to view a detailed list of your past transactions. Just login, click the "My Account" button, and select the program(s) providing transaction history.
Q: How can I view a schedule of my family's upcoming scheduled activities?
A: The "My Account" feature allows you to view a weekly schedule of your family's upcoming scheduled activities. Just login, click on the "My Account" button, and then click on "Show Your Daily Schedule". Select the family members whose schedules you would like to view and click "Search". A weekly schedule will display all of the activities your family members have been enrolled in and allow you to click on the activity for more information.
Q: How can I view facilities online?
A: The ability to view some facilities will be online soon.

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