Life as an Offender - Recreation

Each institution has a recreation program that contributes to a safe and secure environment by allowing offenders the opportunity to participate in supervised and structured physical and pro-social activities. It also encourages offenders to take responsibility for their own health and well being by adopting positive lifestyle activities. Each institution has recreation staff to supervise and monitor activities. Staff also coordinate yearly observances such as Juneteenth, Cinco de Mayo, state, and national holidays.

What types of activities are available?

Depending on available space, some institutions have hobby craft areas for ceramics, woodwork, and leather crafts. Music programs are offered in a limited number of institutions. At most institutions, fitness classes are offered. Gym facilities with fitness and circuit training equipment are available. Outside yards are also available for outdoor activities.

Do the programs cost money?

A $5.00 fee per quarter is mandated for some activities. Open gym, yard, and in-cell hobbies do not, as a rule, require a fee. Per policy, offenders must be major infraction-free for 30 days to participate in fee-based programs.

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