Teen Programs

Seattle Parks and Rec's three Teen Life Centers (TLC's) offer after school programs and late night activities. During school breaks, TLC hours often shift to be open during usual school day hours. All programs are free.

TLCs offer free pre-college programs like tutoring, mentorship, and internships. Fun group activities for teens include field trips, cooking classes, fitness, internships, and more. 

Caring staff serve as facilitators and mentors, and Teen Councils plan youth-centered programming and teenage support groups.

Participant E-13 form required for all drop-in programs. 

Teen Late Night (TLN) programs offer fun things for teenagers to do on Friday and/or Saturday nights. Free teen activities include field trips, games and movies, paid internships, meals, and more. 

TLN is hosted at all 3 Teen Life Centers and 5 Community Centers. Most programs run from 7pm-12am. Check with your local TLC or Community Center for exact schedules.

Participant E-13 Form required to attend.

Seattle Parks and Rec offers free swimming for teenagers in cooperation with Teen Late Night programs. Teen Swims are recreational swimming for all abilities, from non-swimming beginners to pre-lifeguard training at some locations. 

Teen Swims are part of the Swim Seattle Initiative, which removes barriers to swimming in Seattle, centering the communities who need it the most.

Participant E-13 Form required.

Fall 2025 Teen Swim schedule

• Evans Pool: Fri, 7:15-8 PM (age 13-17)
• Meadowbrook Pool: Fri, 8-9 PM (age 13-18)
• Paused during facility closure: Medgar Evers Pool
• Rainier Beach Pool: Fri & Sat, 8-9:30 PM (age 13-18)
• Southwest Pool: Fri, 6-7 PM (age 13-18)

Seattle Parks and Rec Teen Programs operates a range of free teen activities to prepare middle and high school aged youth for college and entry-level jobs

Our free pre-college programs teach life skills outside the classroom, emphasizing teamwork, planning, and self discovery.