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. Families are encouraged to enjoy a day of fun every Saturday and Sunday. 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
Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 8:15 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (*Family Day excluding Ice Rink)

*Building is CLOSED to the public on Teacher Planning Days, Holiday Breaks and all legal holidays. Call the center for special hours of operations.

Gameroom & Bowling Lanes
Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. & 6:15 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

*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). Last game is opened at 4:30 p.m. on weekends and at 8:00 p.m. on Monday – Friday. ** Bowling lanes may close at 12:00 p.m. on weekends pending private parties. Please call in advance to confirm.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: During the month of May, the Gameroom & Bowling Alley may be closed during the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  Please call before visiting to ensure availability at 305.673.7767.

Basketball Gym Open Play
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (Adults Only)
Saturday – Sunday: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Teens Only)
Saturday – Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Youth & Family)

IMPORTANT NOTICE: During the month of May, the Basketball Gym may be closed during the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  Please call before visiting to ensure availability at 305.673.7767.

Ice Rink
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Entrance Fees**
Residents: FREE
Non-Residents: Weekdays $5, Weekends $10 half day, $20 full day

*Family Day includes usage of the game room, bowling, basketball gym and swimming pool. **Monday – Friday all children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Saturday & Sunday children 3rd grade & under must be accompanied by an adult at all times, children 4th grade and up must have a membership to be in the facility without an adult present.