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Can I host a yoga class at a splash pad?
Quick answer
You can host an informal yoga class at most public splash pad parks, but you'll need a permit if it's a paid class, has 10+ participants, or uses amplified music. Contact the city Parks Department two to four weeks ahead.
Splash pads sit inside public parks, which means they're governed by the same special-event rules as the rest of the park. A small, free, drop-in yoga session in the shaded grass next to a pad is usually fine without a permit. Once you're charging money, gathering ten or more participants, or using a Bluetooth speaker, most cities require a Parks special-use permit. Fees range from $25 to $200 plus a refundable deposit. The pad itself is rarely yoga-friendly — wet concrete is slick — but the surrounding grass or pavilion works well. Schedule for early morning before the splash pad gets crowded, and avoid weekends if you want a calmer atmosphere. Notify the Parks Department by email to keep records.