Coronado Activities & Sports | Activities for Kids

Where to Go & What to do in Coronado! See a map of the island .

• Tour the Hotel Del Coronado
• Take a walking tour of Coronado > 619-435-5993. Fee is $12.
• Visit the newly refurbished Coronado Library - free wireless internet access too!
• Look at some great local Coronado art (every 1st and 3rd Sunday)
• Shop along Orange Avenue (so many quaint shops and restaurants)
• Explore Ferry Landing (take the ferry over to San Diego Seaport Village)
• Bike around the island
• Take a gondola cruise around the Coronado Cays
• Walk under the bridge along the Coronado golf course
• Play at Spreckel's Park
• Take your dog to Dog Beach (located near Sunset Park at end of Ocean Blvd. next to base)
• Stroll along the beach at sunset and take in the Pacific and Point Loma
• Find the ghost of Kate Morgan at the Hotel Del Coronado (if you dare)
• Join in on the local events and activities .
• Check out the Coronado Skate Park .
• Take a boat over to Catalina Island .

Land Sports in Coronado :

Biking / Blading / Running > Coronado has over 15 miles of dedicated bike, blading and running paths.

Golfing > Check out these links: LPGA Girls Coronado | Coronado Women's Golf | Coronado Men's Golf .

Little League > Do your kids love baseball? Check out the Coronado little league website.

Soccer > The Coronado Youth Soccer League has a well established recreation and club program.

Tennis > 19 public tennis courts located by the library, yacht club, high school and Coronado Cays.

Water Sports in Coronado :

Beaches, Bays & Parks > Coronado has 12 parks and 4 pristine beaches ( Silver Strand State Park ).

Coronado Municipal Swimming Pool > 619-522-7308 > Call for pool hours, fees and programs.

Coronado Navy Swimming Association > Quality, competitive swimming programs for everyone.

Coronado Yacht Club > Founded in 1913, it has about 760 members including a Junior Division.

Fishing > Catch big ones at Ferry Landing pier, Hotel Del Coronado breakwater and along the ocean.

Jet Ski > Zoom through the San Diego Bay on jet skis. Contact the Coronado Marriott for details.

Kite Surfing > 619-522-9575 > CaliKites will show you how to catch big air.

Surfing > Coronado Surfing Association and information about surfing in Coronado.

Water Polo > Come and watch or find out how you can join this great sport.

More Information and Related Links:

Coronado High School Sports > Schedules, results and directions to Coronado sporting events.

Coronado Public Golf Course > 619-435-3121 x3 > 18 holes of paradise. $20 to walk, $34 to ride a cart.

Coronado Skate Park > 619-522-7342 > 18,000 square feet of bowls, turns and ramps ( review ).

Coronado Tree Tour > 619-435-1764 > A 90-minute tour of Coronado's park by local arborist, Shannon Player.

Coronado Walking Tour > 619-435-5892 > A 90-minute guided walking tour of historic areas in Coronado.

North Island Movie Times > Free movies on base (Lowry Theater) if you are military or have connections.

Activities for Children (Moms and Dads too) in Coronado

Coronado Children's Activities

Activities for Kids | Coronado Sports (Click here)

Beaches, Bays & Parks
Coronado has 12 parks and 4 pristine beaches ( Silver Strand State Park ).

Coronado Academy of Dance
952 Orange Ave #A (in alley)
619-435-6436
Ages 2- adult
Ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, dance team

Stroller Strides
Monday-Friday 8:30-9:30am
An exercise class for moms and children and a great way to meet new moms. Meet at Tidelands Park near bathroom. There is also a playgroup that meets every Tuesday at 10am.

Kids Yoga - Minnie's Little Yogis
For All Ages!
Monday - Friday
Promoting Health and Wellness through positive energy. Physical and mindful exercise, active play, relaxation, body awareness, games, songs, creative art lots of fun in a friendly environment.
Call for more information (619) 437-7295
Email: minnieslittleyogas@yahoo.com

Musical Children
Meets in Karate Studio on C Ave. Ongoing classes for children 6 months and up. Teaches rhythm, dancing, songs, movement and play. Fun for parents and children. Contact Jenny Serban at 619-322-7506.
Email: littlevoicesmusicclass@cox.net .

Gymnastics
Ongoing classes for ages 2 and up. Sponsored by the Coronado Recreation Department. For recorded information, please call (619) 522-7344.

Soccer (3-5yrs old)
Soccer classes for your little one now at Tidelands park. Noncompetitive, just great FUN!
Call (619)-309 9626.
Web: www.littlerascalzsoccer.com

Story Hour at the Coronado Library
640 Orange Ave.
Telephone: 619-522-7390
Every Tuesday and Friday at 10:30am. Librarians read great books and sing songs with the kids.

Story Hour at Bay Books
1029 Orange Ave.
Thursday 1:30-2:15pm. For preschoolers.

Swimming Lessons
Coronado Community Center
1845 Strand Way
Pool / Aquatics > 619-522-2464
Kids Programs > 619-522-7316

Awesome Artist
1011 C Ave.
435-4700
Paint your own ceramics. Great for birthday parties, hand/footprint keepsakes.

Family Friendly Restaurants:
Coronado Brewing Company
Alexander's Pizza
Village Pizzeria
Brigantine patio
Miguel's patio
Marie Calendar's patio
Island Pasta
Costa Azul patio
Bino's Café
Spiro's Gyros

Click here for all the restaurant contact information.

Babysitters

Parks ( Click here for a map of all Coronado Parks ):
Spreckel's Park
Location: Orange Ave. and 7th
Details: playground equipment, sand box, grass, picnic tables, bathrooms.

Tidelands Park
Location: Glorietta Blvd. and 3rd St.
Details: playground equipment, sand box, grass, picnic tables, bathrooms, soccer fields, baseball diamonds, bay front view, boardwalk.

Glorietta Bay Park
Location: Silver strand past city buildings
Details: playground equipment, sand box, grass, picnic tables, bathrooms, bay front view, firepits.

Pomona Park
Location: Pomona Ave and Adella
Details: Playground equipment, no bathrooms, grass area.

Sunset Park
Location: Ocean Dr. And Ocean Ct.
Details: ocean views, grass, playground, no bathrooms.

Frequently asked questions about the Coronado Recreation Department / Community Center :

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I register for a recreation program?
A: You can register by phone (619) 522-7342, fax (619) 522-7870, by mail, in person at 1845 Strand Way, or on-line using Online Registration.
Q: Where can I get a registration form?
A: Forms are located in our brochures that are available at the Coronado Recreation Department, Municipal Pool and the Coronado Public Library. Forms can also be down loaded by choosing the Recreation Activity Registration Form option at the left side of this page.

Q: When can I register in person?
A: You can register in person between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday except major holidays. Registration dates are available in our brochure.

Q: What are the hours and fees for the Municipal Pool?
A: Municipal Pool information is available in the Recreation Brochure and by calling (619) 522-7308.

Q: When are the beach lifeguards on duty?
A: June 15 through mid-September 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, daily. Mid-September through June 14 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, daily. Hours are subject to change.

Q: What are the Rules and Regulations for Special Events at the Beaches or Parks?
A: Complete rules and regulations and Application for Facilities Use Permit are available in our Recreation Brochure, by clicking this link, or by calling (619) 522-7342 and having them mailed to you.

Q: How do I reserve a space at the beach or a park for a special event?
A: Submit a completed Application for Parks and Beach Use, proof of Liability Insurance, and cleaning deposit to 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA 92118 or by fax to (619) 522-7870 at least 10 working days prior to the event but not more than 6 months in advance.

Q: Where can I get information about the Coronado Skatepark?
A: You can call (619) 708-8341.

Q: I live out of town, how can I get a Recreation Brochure?
A: You can call the Recreation Department at (619) 522-7342 and request to have the brochure mailed to you.