Executive Summary · Master Facility & Activity Directory

Highlands Ranch HRCA Recreation Centers & Activity Guide

Every homeowner in Highlands Ranch receives unlimited household admission to all four Highlands Ranch Community Association (HRCA) recreation centers—Eastridge, Northridge, Southridge, and Westridge—spanning more than 329,000 square feet of pools, cold plunges, golf simulators, batting cages, indoor turf, and pickleball and tennis courts, plus the 8,200-acre Backcountry Wilderness Area. Below is our complete evergreen directory of facility hours, signature amenities, year-round HRCA Activity Guide programs, the companion Metro District Senior Center for 55+ residents, and a Residential Builder and Engineer's breakdown of the Long-Range Engineering Reserve Study and Architectural Review Committee (ARC) guidelines.

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01 / Community Governance & Master Amenities

What Your HRCA Assessment Includes (vs. Highlands Ranch Metro District)

Unlike a conventional suburban homeowners association that only manages common-area turf and covenant notices, the Highlands Ranch Community Association (HRCA) operates like a private athletic club, cultural arts council, and conservation trust serving more than 30,000 households across northern Douglas County. Regardless of which village you choose—and whether you buy brand-new construction, a custom or semi-custom luxury residence, or an established single-family home—your HRCA membership grants unlimited household admission to all four recreation centers and supports three 501(c)(3) community non-profits: the HRCA Scholarship Fund, the Highlands Ranch Cultural Affairs Association (HRCAA, serving 90,000+ annual attendees), and the Backcountry Wilderness Area Fund.

One of the most frequent questions from relocating buyers is how HRCA responsibilities differ from the local municipal government district—especially when comparing the four HRCA recreation centers with the Metro District's Senior Center and neighborhood parks. As detailed in our HRCA Assessments vs. Highlands Ranch Metro District Guide, the two organizations operate side by side with distinct funding streams and zero duplication:

Private Nonprofit HOA · Quarterly Assessments

What HRCA Operates

  • 4 Multi-Million-Dollar Recreation Centers: Unlimited household admission to more than 329,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor fitness, aquatic, simulator, batting cage, and court facilities at Eastridge, Northridge, Southridge, and Westridge.
  • 8,200-Acre Backcountry Wilderness Area: Resident access to 26 miles of natural-surface foothills trails, archery ranges, equine programs, Wild Roots Nature Preschool, youth nature camps, and guided conservation hikes.
  • HRCA Activity Guide & 80+ Annual Events: Hundreds of year-round swim, fitness, pottery, cooking, dance, preschool, and Therapeutic Recreation programs plus the Sunday Farmers' Market, community race series, concerts, and seasonal festivals.
  • Architectural Review & Long-Range Reserve Planning: Administration of the Residential Improvement Guidelines and the rolling Engineering Reserve Study that keeps all four facilities modernized.
Special Government District · Property Taxes

What the Metro District Operates

  • Highlands Ranch Senior Center (55+ Hub): Owned and operated by the Metro District at 200 E. Highlands Ranch Parkway, offering SilverSneakers fitness, 24+ weekly clubs, health screenings, and a 280+ member veterans group.
  • 26+ Neighborhood & Regional Parks: Construction and maintenance of public parks, lighted athletic fields, dog parks, skate parks, and outdoor pickleball complexes.
  • 70+ Miles of Paved Greenbelt Trails: Concrete and asphalt trail corridors connecting every residential village, including prompt winter snow clearing along parkways and greenbelts.
  • Historic Mansion, Forestry & Water Infrastructure: Stewardship of the historic Highlands Ranch Mansion, arterial median landscaping, and municipal water and stormwater systems.
02 / Complete 4-Facility Directory + 55+ Senior Center

All 4 HRCA Recreation Centers: Exact Hours, Desk Schedules & Amenities

Every home in Highlands Ranch sits within a five-to-ten-minute drive—or a direct greenbelt bike ride—of an HRCA recreation center. Because your HRCA ID card grants entry to all four facilities, most households rotate between centers depending on whether they want an indoor lazy river, a synthetic turf field and batting cages, an 87-course golf simulator, or a 30-foot climbing wall.

Facility 01 · Administrative HQ, Climbing & Aquatics

Eastridge Recreation Center

Address: 9568 University Blvd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Phone: 303-471-8858 · Climbing Wall: 720-348-8217
Facility Hours: Mon–Fri 5:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. · Sat 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. · Sun 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Member Services: Mon–Fri 6:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. · Sat–Sun 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. · Admin HQ: Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

  • Houses a 30-foot indoor rock climbing wall, two full-size gymnasiums, and an elevated indoor running track.
  • Features indoor lap and water-slide pools plus an outdoor leisure pool with a zipline pool and sand volleyball courts.
  • Operates state-licensed Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) and Pre-K classrooms (303-471-8814) with full-day Enrichment.
  • Includes expansive weight and cardio training decks, group fitness studios, a steam room, and banquet rental halls.
Facility 02 · Tennis Pavilion, Racquetball & Golf Simulator

Northridge Recreation Center

Address: 8800 Broadway, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Phone: 303-471-8950 · Court Reservations: 303-471-8996
Facility Hours: Mon–Fri 5:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. · Sat–Sun 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Member Services: Mon–Fri 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. · Sat–Sun 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. · Tennis Desk: Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m., Sat–Sun 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

  • Provides 6 indoor tennis courts inside the climate-controlled pavilion, 5 outdoor tennis courts, and weekly indoor gym pickleball.
  • Houses 10 regulation racquetball courts and a Full Swing Golf Simulator featuring 87 championship golf courses.
  • Includes a specialized hot yoga studio, dedicated martial arts training room, dry sauna, and modernized cardio/weight decks.
  • Features an indoor lap pool and deep dive well alongside a sunny outdoor lap and leisure swimming complex.
Facility 03 · Auditorium, Pottery Studio & Lazy River

Southridge Recreation Center

Address: 4800 McArthur Ranch Rd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80130
Phone: 303-471-7020 · Auditorium Rentals: 303-471-7020
Facility Hours: Mon–Fri 5:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. · Sat 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. · Sun 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Member Services: Mon–Fri 6:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. · Sat 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. · Sun 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

  • Features the Wildcat Auditorium (accommodating 40 to 300 guests for concerts, ballet, and private events) and fine arts rooms.
  • Houses a full pottery studio with wheels and kilns, plus a widescreen Golf and Multi-Sport Simulator.
  • Provides an indoor zero-depth entry activity pool with a current channel lazy river and an outdoor foothills-view resort pool.
  • Includes 5 outdoor tennis courts, weekly indoor gymnasium pickleball play, an elevated track, and direct Backcountry trail links.
Facility 04 · Pickleball, Batting Cages, Turf & Cold Plunges

Westridge Recreation Center

Address: 9650 Foothills Canyon Blvd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
Phone: 720-348-8202 · Preschool Director: 720-348-8214
Facility Hours: Mon–Fri 5:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. · Sat 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. · Sun 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Member Services: Mon–Fri 6:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. · Sat 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. · Sun Closed

  • Operates 6 dedicated outdoor pickleball courts, 5 baseball and 4 softball batting cages (30 to 80 mph), and the Tiny Tees ballpark.
  • Features a regulation indoor synthetic turf field, Stages cycle studio, and full-court gymnasiums beneath an elevated track.
  • Equipped with an infrared sauna, two recovery cold plunges, indoor lap lanes, outdoor leisure pools, and expansive strength decks.
  • Houses state-licensed Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) classrooms serving toddlers and Pre-K students ages 1 to 5.
Companion 55+ Facility · Operated by Highlands Ranch Metro District

The Highlands Ranch Senior Center (Ages 55 & Better)

Address: 200 E. Highlands Ranch Parkway, Suite 100, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 · Phone: 303-791-2416
Hours: Mon, Wed & Fri 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. · Tue & Thu 8:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m. · Sat 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

While the four recreation centers above are operated by the HRCA, active adults ages 55 and better also enjoy the dedicated single-level Highlands Ranch Senior Center just east of South Broadway. Owned and operated by the Highlands Ranch Metro District, the Senior Center complements your HRCA pool, pickleball, and senior line-dance access with Medicare-eligible SilverSneakers and Renew Active fitness classes, 24+ weekly social and card clubs, wellness screenings, and an active 280+ member veterans community.

03 / Inside the HRCA Activity Guide

Programs, Swim Lessons, Preschool, Pickleball, Fitness & Community Events

The four HRCA recreation buildings serve as the year-round home for hundreds of youth, adult, and senior programs, camps, concerts, and race series. For complete details on upcoming community events, seasonal schedules, and class sessions, explore our dedicated Highlands Ranch HRCA Activity Guide. Below is the evergreen directory of signature programs, direct department phone numbers, and booking policies across Eastridge, Northridge, Southridge, and Westridge:

  • Class Registration, Refund Rules & Birthday Party Packages: Members register online at HRCAonline.org, by phone at 303-471-8858, or at any Member Services desk, and check weather closures at 303-471-8888. Class cancellations or transfers require at least 5 days advance notice prior to start and carry a minimum $5 fee, while event tickets are non-refundable. Families can also book 14 themed birthday party packages—including Cooking, Pottery, Magic, Science Matters, Nerf, JC Jackman, Canvas Painting, Escape Room, Lego, IncrediBubble, Eastridge Climbing Wall (720-348-8217), Golf Simulators, Indoor Turf, and Pools.
  • Starfish Aquatics, ISR, Scuba & Seahawks Swim Team: Coordinated by Tyler Kurapkat (303-471-7036), Mindy Polete (303-471-8867), Kerri McGrath (303-471-8942), and the Private Lesson Desk (720-348-8220, privatelessons@hrcaonline.org), aquatic programming includes Star Tots (9 months to 2 years), Swim School Pre-K (ages 3 to 5), Youth Swim and Stroke School (ages 6 to 12), Teen/Adult Lessons (13+), Infant Swimming Resource (ISR, 6 months to 4 years), PADI Snorkel (7+), and Try Scuba (10+). Competitive and lap swimmers train with the CARA Seahawks Youth Swim Team (hrcaseahawks.swimtopia.com across Intro, White, Blue, Maroon, and Elites/High School Prep groups) or USMS Adult Masters (Swim 101, Ranch H2O, and Masters I–II covering 500 to 3,500+ yards).
  • Pickleball & Tennis Reservations, Active Athletics Gymnastics & Sports Leagues: Racquet players can reserve up to 2 courts 48 hours in advance at 303-471-8996 (Tennis Pros Blaine Cochran and Brian Crawley at 303-471-8826) for multi-week lessons, Drop-In Socials, Drill & Play, Cardio Tennis, 2.5–4.0 Leagues, and 90-minute Blocktime. Directed by Patrick Gojan (303-471-8869), Brooke Ballard (303-471-8838), and Rachel Kellar (303-471-8934), youth and adult sports feature Active Athletics Gymnastics (303-471-8818, ages 16 months to 16 years including Aerial Silks/Hoop, Mini/Jr Ninjas, Parkour 1, and Tumbling/Trampoline), Youth (1st–8th grade) and Adult Basketball, Colorado Basketball Academy, Shine Cheer & Dance, Cornhole, Dodgeball, Fencing with Olympic Champion Maciej Czyzowicz, J.W. Kim Taekwondo, Racquetball, Indoor Soccer, Volleyball, Soccer Shots (ages 2 to 8), Pee Wee Soccer (ages 4 to 7), and Real Colorado Soccer.
  • Personal Training, InBody Scans, Zone HIIT & 100+ Weekly Group Fitness Classes: Managed by Chad Mejia (303-471-7035), Hannah Yeager (303-471-7044), and Cody Volkel (303-471-7059), HRCA Fitness offers 1:1 Private, Semi-Private (2), and Small Group (3 to 5) personal training, equipment orientations, InBody body-composition scans, and 45-minute heart-rate monitored Zone HIIT circuits (13+). Members can book more than 100 weekly classes—including Active for Life, Aqua Fitness, Barre, Cardio & Strength, Stages Cycle, Nia, Mat Pilates, Yoga, Zumba, Ageless Grace, Total Body TRX, and Ski/Snowboard Conditioning—up to 2 weeks ahead using Annual, 30-Day, Punch, or Drop-In passes.
  • State-Licensed HRCA Preschool (Colorado UPK), STEM, Cotillion & Adult Seminars: Led by Heather Goetz-Zettl (303-471-8818), Eastridge Director Michelle Lowe (303-471-8814), and Westridge Director Tammi Howard (720-348-8214), state-licensed preschool classrooms serve Ages 1–2 (Buttercups/Poppies), Ages 2–3 (Sweet Peas/Bluebells/Cubs), Ages 3–5 (Sunflowers/Bisons), and Ages 4–5 Pre-K (Daisies/Elks, Learning Without Tears), participating in Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) with full-day Enrichment (7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.). Additional programs include Kids Night-In (ages 3 to 12), Cotillion, SAT/ACT Prep, A.P.E. Escape safety, WestCPR Babysitting, Science Matters, Wize Academy AR/VR & Minecraft, Dungeons & Dragons, Mah Jongg, and adult Downsizing Roadmap, One-Step Will, Medicare, and Social Security seminars.
  • Visual Arts, Culinary Workshops, Dance, Music & Southridge Pottery: Coordinated by Jamie Bouchard (303-471-8880) and Alecia Hindman (303-471-8853), creative offerings span youth art camps (Squishmallows, Pokemon, Animation, and Young Rembrandts), adult painting and knitting studios, youth cooking classes (Chef-in-Training through Teen Cuisine), youth and adult dance (Itty-Bitty Ballet, Hip Hop, Couples Ballroom, Country 2-Step, and Line Dance), Kidstage Stars theater, Young Voices Choir, Piano/Violin/Guitar lessons, Music Together, and Southridge wheel and hand-building pottery.
  • NCTRC-Certified Therapeutic Recreation (TR) & Community Volunteering: Directed by Summer Aden, CTRS (303-471-7043, summer.aden@hrcaonline.org) and Kathryn Olmstead, CTRS (303-471-7045), HRCA Therapeutic Recreation provides adaptive 1:1 and small-group swim/land instruction, TR Yoga, TR Hip-Hop, TR and Unified Basketball, Special Olympics Bowling, Thrilling Thursdays (16+), TR Splash Swim, TR Taekwondo, and community dances. New participants complete an Individual Service Plan (ISP, $30/$35 fee) two weeks prior to enrollment, and free valet parking and scholarships are available.
04 / Facility & Activity Matrix

Side-by-Side Comparison: All 4 HRCA Centers, Senior Center & Activity Guide

Compare all four HRCA recreation facilities, the Metro District Senior Center, and HRCA's community event and activity programming in the reference matrix below.

Facility & Phone Facility & Desk Schedule Signature Facility Amenities & Programs
Eastridge Rec Center (9568 University Blvd. · 303-471-8858) Open Mon–Fri 5:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m., Sat 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m., and Sun 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Member Services open Mon–Fri 6:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., Sat–Sun 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.; Admin HQ open Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Houses HRCA Administrative HQ, a 30-foot climbing wall, two gymnasiums, Colorado UPK Preschool, steam room, indoor track, lap and slide pools, outdoor zipline pool, and sand volleyball.
Northridge Rec Center (8800 Broadway · 303-471-8950) Open Mon–Fri 5:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. and Sat–Sun 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Member Services open Mon–Fri 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., Sat–Sun 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.; Tennis Pavilion open Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m., Sat–Sun 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Features 6 indoor and 5 outdoor tennis courts, 10 racquetball courts, a Full Swing Golf Simulator (87 courses), hot yoga studio, martial arts room, dry sauna, dive well, and indoor/outdoor lap pools.
Southridge Rec Center (4800 McArthur Ranch Rd. · 303-471-7020) Open Mon–Fri 5:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m., Sat 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m., and Sun 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Member Services open Mon–Fri 6:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., Sat 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., and Sun 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Provides the Wildcat Auditorium (40 to 300 guests), widescreen Golf & Multi-Sport Simulator, pottery studio and kilns, 5 outdoor tennis courts, indoor current channel lazy river pool, and outdoor resort pool.
Westridge Rec Center (9650 Foothills Canyon Blvd. · 720-348-8202) Open Mon–Fri 5:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m., Sat 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m., and Sun 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Member Services open Mon–Fri 6:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., Sat 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., and closed Sundays. Includes 6 outdoor pickleball courts, 5 baseball and 4 softball batting cages (30 to 80 mph), Tiny Tees ballpark, indoor turf field, cycle studio, infrared sauna, two cold plunges, pools, and UPK Preschool.
Highlands Ranch Senior Center (200 E. Highlands Ranch Pkwy · 303-791-2416) Operated by the Highlands Ranch Metro District; open Mon, Wed & Fri 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Tue & Thu 8:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m., and Sat 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Dedicated 55+ single-level center offering Medicare-eligible SilverSneakers fitness studios, 24+ weekly social and card clubs, health screenings, day trips, and a 280+ member veterans group.
HRCA Activity Guide & Events (303-471-8858) Hosted year-round across Town Center, all four HRCA rec centers, the Highlands Ranch Mansion, and the Backcountry Wilderness Area. Features seasonal classes, camps, the Farmers' Market, trail and road race series, concerts, craft fairs, and holiday festivals; visit our HRCA Activity Guide page for complete event details.
05 / Backcountry Open Space, Reserve Planning & ARC Advisory

The 8,200-Acre Backcountry Wilderness Area, Reserve Study & Builder ARC Playbook

Beyond the four physical recreation buildings, your HRCA membership includes access to the private 8,200-acre Backcountry Wilderness Area along the southern ridge of Highlands Ranch. Directed by Mark Giebel (303-471-8885), AnnaKate Hein (303-471-8876), Becca Venable (303-471-7054), Lindsey McKissick (303-471-7076), and Abby DeGroot (303-471-7046), this conservation sanctuary offers 26 miles of natural-surface trails, School Break Nature and Horse Camps (ages 7 to 13), Wild Roots Nature Preschool (ages 3 to 6), Little Acorns (ages 1 to 6), Elk Bugling and Full Moon Hikes, horseback lessons, pony rides (ages 3 to 10, 125-lb limit), 1-hour Private Trail Rides (215-lb limit), and seasonal outdoor events.

As a Highlands Ranch Realtor, Residential Builder, Home Rehab Expert, and Engineer who has advised Douglas County buyers and sellers since 2003, I help families understand how HRCA facility stewardship and architectural guidelines protect long-term home equity:

  • Long-Range Engineering Reserve Study (Proactive Facility Maintenance): Operating 329,000+ square feet of indoor pools, commercial HVAC dehumidification plants, boilers, roofs, and indoor tennis domes requires disciplined capital planning. HRCA operates under a rolling long-range Engineering Reserve Study reviewed annually by the volunteer Finance Committee, elected District Delegates, and the Board of Directors, supported by independent structural and mechanical engineering studies so roofs, pool shells, and mechanical plants are modernized on schedule.
  • Advising on HRCA Architectural Review (ARC) & Layout Ideas Across All Build Eras: Any exterior modification in Highlands Ranch requires written approval from the HRCA Architectural Review Committee prior to construction. On brand-new construction and newer luxury builds, we advise clients on planning backyard drainage grading, outdoor kitchens, pergolas, and custom landscaping submittals. On custom and semi-custom luxury residences in Backcountry, Tresana, and Firelight, we share layout and design ideas for custom walkout basements, composite multi-level decks, and kitchen islands while helping buyers review ARC approval records during due diligence alongside licensed third-party inspectors. On established homes in Northridge, Eastridge, and Westridge, we help homeowners plan high-ROI kitchen reconfigurations, deck rebuilds, Class-4 impact-resistant roofs, and exterior paint updates that sail smoothly through HRCA review.
  • Activating Your HRCA Membership Card After Closing: Once your purchase closes, bring a copy of your Final Settlement Statement (ALTA) or recorded Warranty Deed along with a government-issued photo ID to the HRCA Administrative Offices inside Eastridge (9568 University Blvd., Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) or to Member Services at Northridge, Southridge, or Westridge to issue your household membership cards and register for Activity Guide classes.
Southridge Recreation Center and HRCA pool and fitness facilities in Highlands Ranch Colorado
Highlands Ranch homeowners receive unlimited access to all four HRCA recreation centers—Eastridge, Northridge, Southridge, and Westridge—plus 8,200 acres of Backcountry trails.
06 / Common Homeowner Questions

Frequently Asked Questions: HRCA Recreation Centers & Activity Guide

Are all four HRCA recreation centers included in my Highlands Ranch HOA assessment?+
Yes, unlimited household admission to all four HRCA recreation centers—Eastridge, Northridge, Southridge, and Westridge—totaling more than 329,000 square feet is included in the quarterly HRCA assessment for all 30,000+ Highlands Ranch households, while optional Activity Guide classes, personal training, leagues, and court or simulator reservations carry modest program fees.
What are the exact addresses, phone numbers, and hours for all four HRCA recreation centers?+
Eastridge (9568 University Blvd., 303-471-8858), Southridge (4800 McArthur Ranch Rd., 303-471-7020), and Westridge (9650 Foothills Canyon Blvd., 720-348-8202) operate Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Northridge (8800 Broadway, 303-471-8950) operates Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Saturday through Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
How do I register for HRCA Activity Guide classes, camps, and swim lessons?+
Members and guests can register online at HRCAonline.org, by phone with a credit card at 303-471-8858, or in person at the Member Services desk inside Eastridge, Northridge, Southridge, or Westridge. Refund or transfer requests must be submitted at least 5 days before a class starts and carry a minimum $5 fee, while event tickets are non-refundable.
Which HRCA recreation centers have golf simulators, batting cages, cold plunges, and a climbing wall?+
Northridge features a Full Swing Golf Simulator with 87 courses, 6 indoor and 5 outdoor tennis courts, and 10 racquetball courts; Southridge houses a widescreen Golf and Multi-Sport Simulator, the Wildcat Auditorium, and a pottery studio; Eastridge operates a 30-foot indoor climbing wall and outdoor zipline pool; and Westridge offers 5 baseball and 4 softball batting cages (30 to 80 mph), the Tiny Tees ballpark, an indoor turf field, an infrared sauna, and two cold plunges.
Where can I play pickleball and tennis at the HRCA recreation centers?+
Northridge provides 6 indoor and 5 outdoor tennis courts, Southridge has 5 outdoor tennis courts, Westridge features 6 dedicated outdoor pickleball courts, and the Northridge and Southridge gymnasiums host weekly indoor pickleball sessions. Members can reserve up to 2 courts 48 hours in advance by calling 303-471-8996.
What swim lessons and swim teams are offered at the HRCA pools?+
HRCA Aquatics offers Starfish Aquatics classes including Star Tots (9 months to 2 years), Pre-K Swim School (ages 3 to 5), Youth Swim and Stroke School (ages 6 to 12), Teen and Adult Lessons (13+), Private Lessons (720-348-8220), Infant Swimming Resource (ISR, 6 months to 4 years), PADI snorkel and scuba introductions, the Seahawks Youth Swim Team, and USMS Adult Masters.
Which HRCA recreation centers host HRCA Preschool and Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK)?+
State-licensed HRCA Preschool and Pre-K classrooms operate inside the Eastridge (303-471-8814) and Westridge (720-348-8214) Recreation Centers for ages 1 to 5 using the Learning Without Tears curriculum, with Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) participation and full-day Enrichment from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Is the Highlands Ranch Senior Center part of the 4 HRCA recreation centers?+
No, the Highlands Ranch Senior Center (200 E. Highlands Ranch Parkway, Suite 100, phone 303-791-2416) is owned and operated by the Highlands Ranch Metro District rather than the HRCA. However, residents ages 55 and better regularly combine their included HRCA recreation center access with the Senior Center's Medicare-eligible fitness classes, 24+ social clubs, health screenings, and 280+ member veterans group.
What is the difference between HRCA and the Highlands Ranch Metro District?+
The Highlands Ranch Community Association (HRCA) is a private nonprofit homeowners association funded by quarterly assessments that operates the four recreation centers, the 8,200-acre Backcountry Wilderness Area, 80+ annual community events, and architectural covenant administration. The Highlands Ranch Metro District is a local government special district funded by property taxes and Colorado lottery proceeds that operates the Highlands Ranch Senior Center, 26+ neighborhood parks, 70+ miles of paved greenbelt trails, the historic Highlands Ranch Mansion, and municipal water infrastructure.
How do I get my HRCA membership card after closing on a home in Highlands Ranch?+
After closing on your Highlands Ranch home, bring a copy of your Final Settlement Statement (ALTA) or recorded Warranty Deed along with a government-issued photo ID to the HRCA Administrative Offices inside Eastridge (9568 University Blvd., Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) or to Member Services at any of the four recreation centers to issue your household membership cards.
How does HRCA fund major roof, pool, and HVAC replacements without surprise special assessments?+
HRCA maintains a rolling long-range Engineering Reserve Study reviewed annually by the volunteer Finance Committee, elected District Delegates, and the Board of Directors, supported by independent structural and mechanical engineering studies so capital replacements are funded proactively.
Do I need HRCA approval before building a deck, patio, or exterior remodel?+
Yes, whether you own a brand-new construction residence, a luxury home in Backcountry, Tresana, or Firelight, or an established home in Northridge, Eastridge, or Westridge, any exterior modification—including decks, patios, paint colors, roofs, solar panels, or landscaping—must receive approval from the HRCA Architectural Review Committee prior to starting construction.
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