Scott Rakow Youth Center

The Scott Rakow Youth Center was built in 1976 to serve the teens of Miami Beach. It has now grown to serve children and adults of all ages with a variety of recreational activities. The Youth Center is a multi-faceted facility that houses an ice skating rink, outdoor swimming pool, six bowling lanes, gymnasium, arts and crafts center, game room, media room, fitness center, multi-purpose room, music room, and computer lab.  We also offer a variety of classes for children of all ages, adults, and seniors that include: swimming, ice skating, hockey, and sports leagues.

Building Hours of Operations

*Building is CLOSED to the public on Teacher Planning Days, Holiday Breaks and all legal holidays. See below or call the center for special hours of operations. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Bowling Lanes

• Bowlers must be 40″ & taller. Sneakers are required to bowl. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult per 4 youth).
• Bowling lanes may be closed, without notice, for private parties, rentals and maintenance. Please call in advance to confirm.

Open Play in the Basketball Gym

For more information on pickleball and basketball open gym times, visit our Adult Programs page >

Fitness Center

For more information, visit our Fitness Centers page >

Game Room

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

• Equipment must be checked out at the front desk

Ice Rink

For more information, visit our Ice Rink page >