Welcome to
Artesia Recreation Center
Opening August 14, Artesia Recreation Center is a new two-story community facility built to give local families more ways to play, train, gather, and stay active close to home. Located next to the Artesia Aquatic Center, Artesia Recreation Center brings courts, fitness spaces, kids’ areas, and flexible gathering space together in an all-in-one destination for everyday recreation, leagues, camps, and special events.
Grand Opening Event
Join us August 14th for our grand opening celebration!
You’re invited to celebrate the opening of the new Artesia Recreation Center with activities for everyone. Guests can enjoy live music with a DJ, free youth activities, food vendors, yard games and activities, community partners, and giveaways.
August 14th – 4PM-7PM
603 Bowman Drive, Artesia, NM 88210
Designed for Artesia
Bringing courts, wellness spaces, and families together.
Artesia Recreation Center is designed to be more than a place to work out or play a game. It is a welcoming destination where recreation, wellness, and community connection come together for residents of all ages. From pickup games and workouts to youth activities and shared community experiences, Artesia Recreation Center is built to support the rhythms of everyday life in Artesia.
Built for Artesia
Flexible amenities for fitness, fun, and everyday use.
Artesia Recreation Center brings together a strong mix of athletic, wellness, and family-friendly amenities under one roof.
- Three full-size basketball courts with spectator seating and flexible setup for volleyball, pickleball, and batting tunnels.
- Approximately 13,000 square feet of member-based fitness space, including cardio machines, a weight room, two group fitness studios, and an elevated running and walking track.
- Multi-purpose spaces, full locker rooms, a child watch and kids’ area, and a lobby lounge with grab-and-go concessions.
Local recreation with room to grow.
More Ways to Play, Train, and Be Together
Artesia Recreation Center is built to support the kind of programming communities use most, from leagues, camps, clinics, and fitness classes to family activities and special events. As Artesia Recreation Center opens, it will create more opportunities for residents to stay active, connect with neighbors, and enjoy high-quality recreation close to home.
Gather, celebrate, and unite at Artesia Recreation Center.
Made for Milestones, Meetups, and Memory-Making
With multipurpose space, meeting rooms, family-friendly amenities, and room for community events, Artesia Recreation Center is designed to support daily recreation and so much more. From birthday parties and team celebrations to meetings, rentals, and special-event opportunities, the facility offers flexible space built for community to come together.
Built with Community in Mind
Partnerships can help bring even more energy and impact to Artesia Recreation Center.
Artesia Recreation Center is part of a broader vision to enhance community life through recreation, wellness, and shared experiences. As the facility grows, community and business partners can play an important role in helping expand programs, support events, and deepen Artesia Recreation Center’s impact across Artesia.
For Everyday Community Life
The best part of your daily routine.
Artesia Recreation Center exists to give the community a welcoming place to build healthy routines, create lasting memories, and enjoy more meaningful time together. Artesia Recreation Center is rooted in the belief that great community spaces should feel active, inclusive, and accessible to every generation.