Welcome to Expo Center

Mission: To provide affordable programs and services in a safe environment for every member of the family. EXPO Center is a one of a kind facility in Los Angeles. Built as a private/public partnership on the site of the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics Swim Stadium, it includes a 50 meter competition pool, recreation pool, a recreation center (two gyms, fitness facility, teen center), state-of-the-art sports field, child care center, senior citizen center, and outdoor amphitheatre.

Free Membership

Membership at EXPO Center is FREE of charge. Membership is required to participate in all EXPO Center programs.

To Apply for Membership:

  • ☐ Fill out an application. Download Application (see new application)
  • ☐ Bring filled out application and photo I.D. (school I.D.s accepted) and proof of residence to EXPO Center.
  • ☐ All youth under 18 years old must be accompanied by parent or guardian.

Expo Center Facilities

Ahmanson Senior Center

The Ahmanson Senior Center provides social, educational, cultural and recreational programs and clubs to community senior adults allowing them to remain active and healthy in a safe and monitored environment. Membership is low-cost and includes participation in all programs and activities, field trips and excursions to local attractions, access to the Senior Café and the Computer Lab. The Computer Lab provides no-cost Internet access to the community. Seniors have the opportunity to learn how to use a computer to build their skill and confidence in communicating and accessing information in today’s technology-driven society.

Ralph M. Parsons Preschool

The Ralph M. Parsons Preschool is EXPO Center’s state licensed preschool facility where early education programs for youth are provided in a safe and nurturing environment. We provide half and full-day preschool sessions, the Afterschool Kinder Program and seasonal day camps, which are structured to stimulate a child’s cognitive skills and social abilities while promoting healthy physical development.

Children are introduced to math, social sciences and language arts, and develop their basic motor skills through sports, recreational and craft activities, as well as performing arts. To further support and enhance our programs, we have integrated technology devices and software, which allow our youth to expand on their communicative, cognitive and social development.

Roy A. Anderson Recreation Center and Soboroff Sports Field

The Roy A. Anderson Recreation Center and Soboroff Sports Field are home to most of EXPO’s diverse fitness and enrichment programming for all ages. EXPO Center offers a variety of recreation programs including soccer, baseball, volleyball, basketball, martial arts, circuit and private fitness training and much more!

Cultural celebrations allow participants to experience and appreciate each other and their rich heritages. Enrichment programs are designed to enhance participants’ academic, technological, and leadership abilities.

LA84/John C. Argue Swim Stadium

The LA84/John C. Argue Swim Stadium features a 50-meter competition pool and a family recreation pool that is ADA-compliant. Participants of all ages have the opportunity to participate in recreational and competition aquatics programs such as swimming, water polo, diving, synchronized swimming, and Junior Lifeguard training. Learn to Swim is a free program funded by the LA84 Foundation where tens of thousands of young people have received swim certificates.

Teen Enrichment

EXPO Center offers teens a safe haven where they can be involved in a variety of unique enrichment and leadership development programs. EXPO’s prestigious Computer Clubhouse Network is the hub for the CLASS Parks, Teen Leadership and Youth Job Corps programs for youth ages 10-17. This internationally recognized program uses technology and its many applications to encourage creativity and learning.

Teen Leadership and the Youth Job Corps engage teens in life and career training workshops that are important to building positive lifelong relationships with peers, mentors, employers, and family members, leading to productive citizenship.

AFTERSCHOOL ENRICHMENT & DAY CAMPS

EXPO Center provides supervised and nurturing afterschool programs for youth ages 6-17 through its Afterschool Enrichment Clubs. These programs provide an interactive, fun and safe environment for members while offering academic and recreation activities that include homework assistance, arts and crafts, sports, computer technology and cultural activities. EXPO Center also provides quality day camps for youth ages 3-17. Campers experience a wide variety of themed and seasonal activities such as swimming, field sports, arts and crafts, and computer lab activities.

W.M. Keck Amphitheatre

The Amphitheatre is an ideal location to enjoy outdoor concerts, picnics and performance related events. Work With EXPO Center’s knowledgeable and attentive staff to bring your meeting, conference or event to the next level!

Special Events

EXPO Center enriches the community’s social and civic engagement with over 150,000 square feet of event space available for rent in addition to the 6-acre Exposition Park Rose Garden. EXPO Center offers a variety of affordable services designed to make each event special and memorable. EXPO Center’s centralized location makes it easily accessible from anywhere in the City, and a perfect location for weddings, birthday parties, baby showers, graduations, reunions, festivals, tailgates, indoor or outdoor sports tournaments, banquets, conferences, group trainings and meetings.

CONTACT INFO

3980 Bill Robertson Lane
Los Angeles, CA 90037
United States

(213) 763-0114

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