Registration

Registration Options (in Priority Order)

1. Online Registration (Recommended)

• Available 24 hours a day at torrance.rec.us
• Payment must be completed at the time of registration to secure your spot
• A confirmation email will be sent after payment is processed
• Need help? Call 310-618-2723 or email support@rec.us

2. Walk-In Registration

• Bring a completed Registration Form(PDF, 494KB)
• Provide proof of Torrance residency, if applicable
• All customers must create an account at torrance.rec.us each season

Location:
City of Torrance Community Services Department
3031 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503

Age Requirements

• Participants must meet the required age by the first class meeting

Waiting Lists

• Created when a class is full
• Participants are contacted in order by email or phone
• You have 1 business day to respond and pay
• If no response, the spot is offered to the next person
• Waiting lists do not carry over to future seasons

Credit and Debit Card Surcharge

• A 2.5% non-refundable fee applies to all credit and debit card transactions

Create an account at torrance.rec.us

1. Create an account
2. Check your profile for a residency badge
3. If no badge appears, contact support@rec.us

Submitting Proof of Residency:

• Email:  Enroll@TorranceCA.Gov

• New customers may register as non-residents until proof is verified; non-resident fees are non-refundable.

• Torrance residents receive priority registration for classes and programs
• A resident is defined as anyone living within Torrance city limits
• Non-residents may register for most classes; a non-resident fee applies

Non-resident ZIP codes:

• 90501 (east of Western Avenue)
• 90502

Torrance residents must provide current proof of residency.

Accepted documents:

• California Driver’s License
• Vehicle registration or insurance
• Utility bill (electricity, gas, cable, water, or trash)

Submit proof:

• Email: Enroll@TorranceCA.Gov
• Fax: 310-781-7598

Please refer to individual class policies for Afterschool Clubs, Camps, Sports Leagues, and classes with fewer than six (6) meetings. No refunds or credits will be issued outside of these policies.

General Refund Policy

Students who request to withdraw from most classes at least one (1) business day before the class begins may receive an 80% refund (a 20% administrative fee will be charged; minimum $3, maximum $25 per class).

Exceptions: This policy does not apply to Afterschool Clubs, Camps, Community Gardens, Sports Leagues, and classes with fewer than six meetings. Please see individual refund policies below.

• Allow 4–6 weeks for check refunds.

• A full refund will only be issued if a class is canceled by the Torrance Community Services Department.

Individual Refund Policies

Afterschool Clubs

• Requests received after the week has begun will be prorated starting the following Monday.

• A 20% administrative fee will be deducted (not to exceed $25).

Camps

• Requests must be made at least two (2) weeks prior to the start of camp to transfer sessions, receive a credit, or request a refund.

• No credits, transfers, or refunds will be issued after this deadline.

• A 20% administrative fee will apply (not to exceed $25).

Sports Leagues

• Full refunds will be issued only if the league is canceled.

Classes with Fewer Than 6 Meetings

• Requests must be made at least one (1) week before the class begins.

• A 20% administrative fee will apply (not to exceed $25).

Credit on Account

Students who withdraw at least one (1) business day before the third scheduled class may receive a full credit on account with the City of Torrance Registration Office.

• Credits may be used for any class

• Usable by any family member

• Must be used within one (1) year from the date of issue

• Confirmation will be sent by email

• If you do not receive confirmation within one week, contact the Registration Office

Credit & Debit Card Fee

The City of Torrance charges a non-refundable 2.5% fee on all credit and debit card transactions.

• Fee is charged per class, per person

Financial assistance may be available to Torrance residents for children under 18 and for seniors ages 50 and older (proof of age required) who wish to participate in City of Torrance Community Services Department classes and programs. Assistance is awarded annually, from July 1 through June 30, and is subject to the availability of funds.

Scholarships may not be used for t-shirts, entertainment activities, membership fees, late fees, rental fees, administrative fees, or club dues. Eligibility is based on household income, as outlined in the criteria below.

Scholarship Application FY 2025/2026(PDF, 152KB)

The City of Torrance is proud to offer an Active Military Discount to eligible participants. Applicants must present a valid Active Duty Service Identification Card at the time of registration. Discounts apply to classes for eligible dependents and will not exceed 10% or $10 per class, whichever is less.

Please note that discounts may not be used for field trips, excursions, T-shirts, late fees, team fees, memberships, or facility reservations.

Military Discount Application Form(PDF, 22KB)