GR Kroc Center

09/05/2026

Lucky for you our immensely popular Creative Clay Studio still has a few open spots remaining!

We welcome both newbies and seasoned artists to play with clay, use the potter’s wheel, and learn about glazes. Classes are open to adults ages 16 and up.

Pictured here: our instructor Emma preparing to fire some student work in the Kroc Center’s very own kiln!

Mondays, Sept. 14 – Oct. 19, 5:30-7:30pm
Wednesdays, Sept. 16 – Oct. 21, 5:30-7:30pm

Members $60 | Non-members $80
Register by this Wednesday, September 9

Sign up for Creative Clay Studio:
https://grkroc.org/creativeclay

See all of our fall programs:
https://grkroc.org/Fall-1-2026

The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center is conveniently located in southeast Grand Rapids, Michigan, at 2500 South Division Avenue, just north of 28th Street.

09/04/2026

See our outdoor fitness class schedule at grkroc.org/shutdown.

Here is a friendly reminder that the Kroc Center is CLOSED September 6–September 12 for our annual maintenance week. We reopen for regular hours on Sunday, September 13.

09/03/2026

It’s time to sign up for our fun and affordable swim lessons! We have options for participants ages 6 months through adult. We offer the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program and teach water safety skills right alongside the fundamentals of swimming.

💦 Choose from afternoon, evening, and Saturday morning sessions.
💦 Members $56 | Non-members $86
💦 Register by Wednesday, September 9

Find the right class for your family at:
https://grkroccenter.org/classes/aquatics

See all of our fall programs:
https://grkroc.org/Fall-1-2026

09/02/2026

💙 We’re Hiring at the Kroc! 💙

Want to make a difference in your community while working with a team that cares about people? We’re looking for great people to join the Grand Rapids Kroc Center team!

We’re currently hiring for:
✨ Area Attendants
✨ Program Instructors
✨ Administrative Staff

Whether you love working with people, leading programs, or helping keep things running behind the scenes, there may be a place for you at the Kroc!

👉 Explore current openings and find your next opportunity: grkroc.org/jobs

09/01/2026

🔧 Shutdown Week Reminder! 💙

Just a reminder that the Kroc Center will be CLOSED September 6–12 for our annual Shutdown Week. Our team will be hard at work deep cleaning, completing maintenance, and making facility improvements to keep the Kroc safe, welcoming, and ready for you!

🌳 The outdoor campus will remain OPEN to the public from dawn to dusk.

💪 Kroc members can also stay active with FREE outdoor fitness classes in the amphitheater throughout the week!

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we take this time to care for our Kroc community. We’ll see you back inside after Shutdown Week! 👋

📲 View the outdoor fitness schedule and learn more at grkroc.org/shutdown.

08/30/2026

Start your week with hope, encouragement, and God's Word. Join us for worship at Kroc Church this morning at 10:00 AM—we'd love to welcome you!

08/26/2026

🤸✨ Ready to Roll? Try Tumbling at the Kroc! ✨🤸

Help your little one build confidence, flexibility, and technique while learning the basics of tumbling! Kids will practice skills like somersaults, bridges, backbends, and handstands while developing skills that can help them move into dance.

📅 Tuesdays, September 15–October 20
🤸 Ages 3–5: 5:30–6 PM
🤸 Ages 6–9: 6:15–6:45 PM
💙 Members: $50 | Non-Members: $70
📌 Register by September 9!

Whether they're brand new to tumbling or ready to learn their next skill, there's room to move at the Kroc!

👉 Register at grkroc.org/programguide

08/25/2026

🔧 Annual Shutdown Week is Coming! 🧹

Just a reminder that the Kroc Center will be CLOSED September 6–12 for our annual Shutdown Week. This important week gives our team time to complete deep cleaning, maintenance, and facility updates to keep the Kroc running at its best!

☀️ The outdoor campus will remain open, and you can stay active with outdoor fitness classes in the amphitheater throughout the week!

📲 View the outdoor fitness class schedule and learn more at grkroc.org/shutdown.

We appreciate your understanding in keeping the Kroc Center in tip-top shape! 💙

08/24/2026

08/24/2026

📣 The New Drop-In Recreation Guide Is Here!

Stay in the know with the latest updates at the Kroc! Our newest guide includes updated pool hours, fitness class locations, drop-in activities, and more. 🏊‍♀️💪🏀

📖 Grab a copy at the Welcome Desk or view it online at grkroc.org/dropinguide.

Check it out and plan your next visit to the Kroc! 💙