GEARS

GEARS Community Center, 70 S. Poplar Street, Elizabethtown, PA 17022

Location of GEARS campGEARS Community Center, 70 S. Poplar Street, Elizabethtown, PA 17022

About

GEARS offers Summer Playground, Iddy Biddy Basketball for preschool children, Camp Ladybug, BEARS Basketball Camp, Basketball Clinic, and Swim Lessons. The program serves ages 3 through 18. GEARS is open Monday to Friday from 8 am to 4 pm.

Programs

  • Summer Playground
  • Iddy Biddy Basketball — Preschool basketball classes.
  • Camp Ladybug
  • BEARS Basketball Camp
  • Basketball Clinic — Skills program.
  • Swim Lessons

At a glance

  • Ages: 3–18 years old
  • Facility hours: Monday to Friday 8 am - 4 pm; Weekdays 8am - 4pm

About the provider

GEARS was founded in 1976 as EARC, or the Elizabethtown Area Recreation Commission. In January 2000, GEARS began providing services to the Elizabethtown Area, and in 2025, GEARS formed a non-profit incorporation. Its mission is to connect people of all ages through recreation, learning, childcare, and senior center services that strengthen the community and the quality of life.

What families say

“We also just registered Caroline for Summer Playground at the Community Park. It is one of her favorite activities and something she looks forward to each summer :)” — Beth

“My daughters are enrolled in the preschool basketball classes that are going on now. They absolutely love it and want to sign back up.” — Sarah S.

“Thank YOU. All those happy faces today prove camp ladybug is worth the effort.” — Pat M.

Last updated October 23, 2026.

Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.