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Dallas parks highlights contract instructor program, seeks more vendors and streamlined onboarding

2144252 · January 23, 2025
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Park department staff briefed the board on a contract instructor program that lets small businesses and independent instructors run classes in recreation centers; staff said the program has grown post-COVID and uses a 70/30 revenue share model.

Department staff on Thursday provided a briefing on the Park and Recreation Department’s contract fee instructor program, which allows independent instructors and small businesses to provide classes and activities at city recreation centers under annual service agreements.

Steve Baker, assistant director for Recreation Services, told the board the program helps expand recreational offerings without adding full-time staff and provides small-business opportunities. Instructors apply through the department website, complete background checks and required certifications such as…

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