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Carter
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Is Sport and Recreation Management a good major for wanting to work in Parks and Recreation #spring25?
I am wanting to work in Parks and Recreation and this is the closest major at most schools, is it a good one for that career path?
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Claire McLeod
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Hey Carter!
Sport and Recreation Management is a good major if you are wanting to work in Parks and Recreation. Another great major that you could look into is Recreational Therapy! If there are any schools near you that offer this major, this could be something that you might want to explore. Majoring in Recreational Therapy only takes four years which is typically the same as Sport and Recreation Management. There are many Recreational Therapists who work in Parks and Recreation. Hope this helps! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.
Sport and Recreation Management is a good major if you are wanting to work in Parks and Recreation. Another great major that you could look into is Recreational Therapy! If there are any schools near you that offer this major, this could be something that you might want to explore. Majoring in Recreational Therapy only takes four years which is typically the same as Sport and Recreation Management. There are many Recreational Therapists who work in Parks and Recreation. Hope this helps! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.
Dr H
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Hey Carter,
Absolutely! Sport and Recreation Management is basically the backstage pass to running the fun side of life. If your dream is to make parks and rec the place where people actually want to go (and not just for the Wi-Fi), then you’re on the right track.
Think about it—this major teaches you how to manage events, facilities, and people, which is exactly what you need when organizing everything from community soccer leagues to intense adult kickball tournaments (trust me, they get competitive).
Plus, if you've ever watched Parks and Recreation, you already know that government-funded fun needs some serious organization. You’ll be the one making sure people don’t turn the town’s annual picnic into an amateur fireworks show.
So yes, it’s a solid choice! Just be ready for a career where your job might involve balancing budgets and explaining to someone why they can’t bring their pet llama to the community pool.
So tea, here is a little something that may help as well.
Pros:
You get to plan fun events – Want to organize a city-wide dodgeball tournament? Go for it. Want to start a community frisbee club? Why not? You’re basically in charge of making life more entertaining.
You’ll work outdoors a lot – Fresh air, sunshine, and the occasional frisbee to the face—what’s not to love?
You avoid a boring office job – Instead of sitting in a cubicle questioning life choices, you’ll be out managing parks, sports leagues, and public recreation programs.
Great networking – You’ll meet local leaders, athletes, and maybe even a city official who really cares about pickleball.
You’ll be that person who knows all the best spots in town – Need a hidden hiking trail? Best picnic area? Secret fishing spot? Boom. You’re the go-to expert.
Cons:
Weather is your boss – Planning an outdoor event? Mother Nature might have other plans. Hope you like rain dance cancellations.
People will ask you weird questions – “Can I bring my emotional support alligator to the park?” …Unfortunately, you have to answer.
Budgets exist – You might have big dreams, but the city probably won’t approve a rollercoaster for the town square.
Weekend work is common – When everyone else is relaxing, you’re the one making sure the community fun doesn’t turn into chaos.
Dealing with that parent at the soccer game – You know the one. The self-proclaimed coach, referee, and official rulebook enforcer—all in one loud, slightly sweaty package.
Overall? It’s a fantastic major if you love organizing, being active, and making life more fun for your community. Just be ready for the occasional bizarre request and a few weather-related disappointments, wonder if it's ever gonna snow in Dubai park-you won't ever know!!
Best of luck let me know if you need anything else!
Absolutely! Sport and Recreation Management is basically the backstage pass to running the fun side of life. If your dream is to make parks and rec the place where people actually want to go (and not just for the Wi-Fi), then you’re on the right track.
Think about it—this major teaches you how to manage events, facilities, and people, which is exactly what you need when organizing everything from community soccer leagues to intense adult kickball tournaments (trust me, they get competitive).
Plus, if you've ever watched Parks and Recreation, you already know that government-funded fun needs some serious organization. You’ll be the one making sure people don’t turn the town’s annual picnic into an amateur fireworks show.
So yes, it’s a solid choice! Just be ready for a career where your job might involve balancing budgets and explaining to someone why they can’t bring their pet llama to the community pool.
So tea, here is a little something that may help as well.
Pros:
You get to plan fun events – Want to organize a city-wide dodgeball tournament? Go for it. Want to start a community frisbee club? Why not? You’re basically in charge of making life more entertaining.
You’ll work outdoors a lot – Fresh air, sunshine, and the occasional frisbee to the face—what’s not to love?
You avoid a boring office job – Instead of sitting in a cubicle questioning life choices, you’ll be out managing parks, sports leagues, and public recreation programs.
Great networking – You’ll meet local leaders, athletes, and maybe even a city official who really cares about pickleball.
You’ll be that person who knows all the best spots in town – Need a hidden hiking trail? Best picnic area? Secret fishing spot? Boom. You’re the go-to expert.
Cons:
Weather is your boss – Planning an outdoor event? Mother Nature might have other plans. Hope you like rain dance cancellations.
People will ask you weird questions – “Can I bring my emotional support alligator to the park?” …Unfortunately, you have to answer.
Budgets exist – You might have big dreams, but the city probably won’t approve a rollercoaster for the town square.
Weekend work is common – When everyone else is relaxing, you’re the one making sure the community fun doesn’t turn into chaos.
Dealing with that parent at the soccer game – You know the one. The self-proclaimed coach, referee, and official rulebook enforcer—all in one loud, slightly sweaty package.
Overall? It’s a fantastic major if you love organizing, being active, and making life more fun for your community. Just be ready for the occasional bizarre request and a few weather-related disappointments, wonder if it's ever gonna snow in Dubai park-you won't ever know!!
Best of luck let me know if you need anything else!