Special Events & Activities

January Programs and Activities at Founders Park 2026

Pool and Office Holiday Hours:
Wednesday, December 31st: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday, January 1st: 10:00am – 6:00pm

POOL CLOSING BEGINNING FEBRUARY 1ST FOR RESURFACING & RENOVATIONS - APPROXIMATELY 4 MONTHS

Islamorada Nature Walks and Bird ID Walks: Enjoy a walk in local Nature Parks with Florida Keys Naturalist Susan Kolterman or Bird ID expert Rachel DiPietro! Nature Walk on January 10th at Anne’s Beach - MM 74 and Bird ID walk on January 25th at Harry Harris - MM 92.5. Pre-registration is required, FREE for all ages! Call or stop into the Park Office to reserve your spot. Contact the Park Office at 305-853-1685 for more information.

Waves and Watercolors: A 4-week Watercolor painting series designed for all skill levels. Beginners class on January 14th, 21st, 28th and February 4th from 1:00-3:00pm. Advanced class on January 15th, 22nd, 29th, and February 5th from 1:00-3:00pm. $150 per series. Each series is 4 days per month. Cost includes all supplies required, and are yours to keep! Pre-registration is required. Call or stop into the Park Office to reserve your spot. Contact the Park Office at 305-853-1685 or Jane at jane.gillette@islamorada.fl.us for more information.

Beats on the Bay Music Series - Baygrass Bluegrass Festival: Monday, January 16th 6:30-9:30pm. Sponsored by Islamorada Community Entertainment and Islamorada, Village of Islands. Food Trucks, Beer and Wine. Come out and enjoy an afternoon of local music! Free Admission. $10.00 parking fee. Bring your own seating, No food or coolers allowed. Visit keysice.com for more details.

Mangrove” Mike Forster Memorial Dog Park Dedication Ceremony: Join us Sunday, January 18th from 3:30pm to 5:30pm for a special dedication ceremony honoring the late Mike Forster. The ceremony will include the installation of a commemorative plaque at the main entrance and a bench backrest to celebrate Mike’s lasting legacy in our community. Donations to the “Mangrove Mike Dedication” account are being accepted at Centennial Bank.

Adult Holiday Pickleball Camp: Friday, January 2nd, 9:00-am-12:00pm, at the Founders Park Pickleball Courts. $90 per person. Drills, Strategy, Games, Round Robin, Refreshments and Prizes! Must sign up on TeamReach app, Group Code: FOUNDERSPICKLEPROG. For more information, contact Pro Susie Jannach at 954-290-7502.

Pops in the Park - Symphony of Nations: Saturday, January 31st, 4:00-5:00pm. Free admission, bring your own seating or blankets. Contact 305-451-4530 for more information.

NOW HIRING Park Staff: Facility/Security Attendant position and Park’s Grounds Maintenance position available. Great benefits! Health and Wellness, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and more!

Reminder: College Swim & Dive Teams will be training at the Ron Levy Aquatic Center through January. Pick up a Weekly Pool Schedule in the Park Office for more information.

Ongoing Programs:

Masters (adults 18+) Swim Program: Suitable for triathletes, open water swimmers, competitive swimmers and lap swimmers who wish to improve their technique, cardiovascular conditioning, and endurance. All fitness levels welcome! Workouts: Monday-Wednesday & Friday 6:30-7:15a.m. & 7:15-8:45a.m. Saturdays 8:00-9:15am. Email Coach Jennifer Dutton at jenniferdutton@swimstonger.net  for more details!

Youth Islamorada Swim Stronger (for ages 11-17): with Coach Jennifer Dutton! Private Lessons available. Contact jenniferdutton@swimstonger.net  for more information.

AquaFit Water Aerobics: Join Certified Aqua Fitness Instructors Ken and Paula for a fun filled class that includes Cardio, Strength Training, Stretching, Balance & Equilibrium, Increased Stamina, Muscular Endurance, and Improved Range of Motion. Classes are offered Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 9:00am-10:00am. Contact Instructor Ken Schryver at 305-942-8005 or Paula Friedman at 773-860-8384 for more information.

Swim Lessons: Private lessons available by appointment only. Contact Instructor Colleen Hammon at 305-393-2513 for more information.

Synchro Sirens Synchronized Swim Club: A multidisciplinary program that is designed to help young athletes develop into competing synchronized swimmers. Practices held Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday dependent on skill level. Coach Isla Crawford at 856-473-4752 for more information.

Springboard Diving Lessons: Students develop strength, flexibility, and confidence, while learning how to dive from springboards in safe progressions and a fun environment! Sessions held Monday & Wednesdays 4:30-6pm, Saturday 9:30-11am. Contact Coach Kelly Owens at 215-622-6841 for more information.

Florida Keys Swim Club: Our Youth Competitive Swim Program! Practices are held Monday - Friday dependent on skill level. Contact Coach Jon Olsen 305-393-5855 or Abbie Kelley at 305-522-1120 for more information.

Tiki Tennis Program: From beginners to advanced players, Tiki Tennis offers private lessons, clinics, bootcamps and Pickleball clinics & leagues! Contact Tennis Pros Susie Jannach 954-290-7502 or Greg Pearson 517-285-5693 for more information.

Pickleball Programs: Pickleball clinics and lessons available. Must sign up on TeamReach App. Group Code: FoundersPickleProg. Contact Pickleball Pro: Susie Jannach 954-290-7502 for more information.

Plantation Key Fitness Program: Get your fitness on with Instructor Heather Head! Classes include NEW! Walking Workout, Beach Yoga, Beach Body Blast, Gentle Beach Yoga, Chair Yoga Dance and Intro to SUP yoga! Contact Heather Head at 305-304-6880 for more information.

Founders Freediving Program: Two-day course on the fundamentals of the FII education system in an easy-to-learn course format between classroom, pool and open water setting. With a high emphasis on freedive safety training and technique development, students master the proper skills to effectively freedive up to depths of 66 feet/20 meters. Participants must be 16 years or older. Contact Certified instructor Mike Walsh at 305-394-5690 or mike@othersideboardsports.com for more information and registration.

For more information contact the Park Office at 305-853-1685

email ifp@islamorada.fl.us

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