Meet Rec: the first AI-powered operating system for public recreation

Rec Technologies is redefining what modern recreation looks like for the public sector. Trusted by 70+ local government partners across the country including San Francisco, Torrance, and Apex Park & Recreation District, Rec is the world’s first AI-powered platform built specifically for parks and recreation agencies that want to move faster, serve more residents, and future-proof their operations. We know public departments are under constant pressure to deliver more access, more transparency, and more revenue with fewer resources. Rec meets that reality head on by acting as the operating system for recreation: one that is purpose built for humans and AI to work together. Our mobile-first, AI-native platform streamlines the busy work that slows teams down, from registrations and reporting to communications and operational coordination, while giving leaders real time insight into demand, participation, and financial performance. The result is faster service for residents, smarter decision making for staff, and measurable outcomes for city leadership.

Rec is driving real impact for our public partners. In Torrance, switching to Rec eliminated system crashes on peak registration days and transformed a manual process that once consumed countless staff hours into one that runs smoothly and reliably. Residents who once lined up in-person now register on mobile with ease, and staff spend their time on community engagement instead of troubleshooting outdated tools. Moreover, in San Francisco, Rec expanded access to affordable tennis and pickleball instruction by activating 28 additional underutilized court locations, turning what had been limited instructional offerings at a single flagship facility into a vibrant, community-wide network that has increased access and is projected to increase revenue by over $1 million.

Rec’s modern platform is designed to specifically support public sector teams. Built-in AI agents are thoughtfully designed to help agencies proactively respond to community needs, identify gaps in access, optimize programs and pricing, and improve cost recovery, ultimately enabling departments to deliver more recreation with the same or fewer resources. That means agencies can expand accessibility, improve equity, and grow sustainable revenue without sacrificing trust or accountability. Residents benefit from easier registration processes, clearer communication, and more inclusive experiences. Staff benefit from fewer manual tasks, fewer disconnected systems, and more time to focus on programs and people. Leaders benefit from the confidence that their technology will scale as expectations rise and funding landscapes shift. Rec makes it easy for agencies to adopt a recreation platform that is accessible by design, efficient by default, and ready for an AI-powered future.