Join NRPA

NRPA can help you prepare for the challenges ahead and boost you to higher levels in your career.

You know that parks and recreation is essential to communities all across the country. You understand that to give your community the best and have success; you have to stay well-trained and knowledgeable about the trends in the field.

That's where NRPA comes in. We provide our members and thousands of other certified professionals access to:

  • An array of professional development opportunities
  • A national network of 60,000 professionals ready to share best practices
  • Innovative research and trending news from the field
  • A subscription to the award-winning Parks & Recreation magazine
  • Opportunities to gain leadership experience
  • And much more!

NRPA knows you are already great at what you do. We want to offer you the support of our staff, 22,000 certified professionals and 60,000 fellow park and recreation professionals.

Become an NRPA Member

Or call 800.626.NRPA (6772) for assistance.

 

HOW CAN MEMBERSHIP BENEFIT YOU?

All aquatics professionals can benefit from NRPA membership. NRPA understands your needs as a professional, which is why we provide our 60,000 members with assets you cannot get anywhere else.

 

"As a long-time aquatics professional and active member of my state parks organization, I was excited for the opportunity to become involved with NRPA on a national level. I am proud to be an NRPA member and AFO Instructor and excited about future volunteer opportunities with NRPA. I will continue to educate others on the unlimited professional benefits NRPA has to offer."

Jende K. Smith
Aquatics Supervisor
City of St. Joseph, Missouri

 

As a member, not only will you get superior learning and professional development opportunities, you will also get immediate access to these valuable benefits and resources:

A Network of Peers

A network of 60,000 park and recreation professionals and advocates sharing experiences and knowledge that will help you be great at what you do.

Research and Data

Access to national research you can use to demonstrate the value of parks and recreation to get more support and funding from your local government. 

National Trends and News

Parks & Recreation magazine and NRPA’s email newsletters will keep you apprised of everything happening in the field.

Special Discounts

Special discounts on job postings in the NRPA Career Center, registration for the NRPA Annual Conference, the Innovation Labs, online learning opportunities, all of NRPA’s tailored professional development schools and more.

Advocacy Support

Advocacy support that will not only give you a more powerful voice on Capitol Hill but also help you influence and persuade your local elected officials.

Financial Support

Financial support through grant opportunities and funding programs from our national partners.

And that only scratches the surface! With all these great benefits, your membership quickly pays for itself.

 

Become an NRPA Member

Or call 800.626.NRPA (6772) for assistance.

 

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