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Coleman-Bush Building


exterior of the Coleman-Bush Building

Location

1104 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue
Lakeland, FL 33805
863.834.3350
ColemanBush@lakelandgov.net


Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday: 8 AM-5 PM
Some programs and activities may occur outside of normal operational hours

 

 


 

About

The Coleman-Bush Building is a multi-purpose facility with attractive amenities including several rooms serving as rental space, meeting rooms, classrooms, and a dance studio. This building is a fitting location for a wide range of events including weddings, receptions, reunions, and many other types of gatherings.

 

  • Rental Spaces

    The Coleman-Bush Building has a variety of space types to accommodate all kinds of events, from meetings to parties.

    Check out the Parks & Recreation Reservations & Rentals Page for more info on the following spaces:

    Large Multi-Purpose Room
    Small Multi-Purpose Room

  • Open Play

    HORSESHOES
    Equipment can be checked out from the front desk during building operational hours. 
    Monday - Friday
    8:00 AM – 5:00 PM* 
    FREE
    *Access to horseshoe space is available during Jackson Park operational hours outside of facility operational hours.

    SHUFFLEBOARD
    Equipment can be checked out from the front desk during building operational hours. 
    Monday - Friday
    8:00 AM – 5:00 PM* 
    FREE
    *Access to shuffleboard courts is available during Jackson Park operational hours outside of facility operational hours.

  • Fitness Classes

    $5 per person per class unless noted otherwise. Most fitness classes are Silver Sneakers/Healthy Contributions applicable.

    YOGA FLOW
    Yoga stretches strengthen the body through a series of postures in which you support your own weight and focus on conscious breathing.
    Instructor: Danielle Berry
    Thursdays
    5:00 - 6:00 PM
    $5 per class

    LOW IMPACT EXERCISE
    A low-intensity workout class geared to increase circulation, improve cardiovascular function, and boost circulation
    Instructor: Lolita Berrien
    Mondays
    5:30 - 6:30 PM
    Free

    YOGA FLOW
    Yoga stretches strengthen the body through a series of postures in which you support your own weight and focus on conscious breathing.
    Instructor: Danielle Berry
    Thursdays
    5:30 – 6:30 PM
    $5 per class

    If you are interested in teaching a class at the Coleman-Bush Building, fill out this online form.

  • Adult Dance Classes

    SALSA AND BACHATA RHYTHM DANCE CLASS
    Learn the steps of the popular Salsa and Bachata rhythm dance styles.
    Instructors: Bernadette Reyes
    6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
    Wednesdays
    $10 per person per class

    SOUL LINE DANCE CLASS
    Starting May 1st
    Learn the rhythm and soul of Soul Line Dancing.  
    Instructors: Tranice, Shannell Tomika, Ms. Gwen, and Dee Dee
    Mondays
    6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    $5 per person per class

    If you are interested in teaching a class at the Coleman-Bush Building, fill out this online form.

  • Children & Youth Programming

    ESports programming found on the ESports page.

    AFRIKAN CULTURAL ART
    A class designed to teach kids, hands on, Afrikan Cultural art.  Children will create their own art pieces and learn the cultural significance of their work.
    Instructor: Tiffany Collier Mcleod
    Mondays
    4:00 – 5:00 PM 
    FREE
    Offered during the regular school year

    BALLET
    Ages 5 - 17
    Basic ballet skills, terminology, rhythm, coordination, creative movement, music, and mime in a supportive and supervised environment.
    Instructor: Orri Carmichael
    Thursdays
    6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    FREE
    Offered during the regular school year

    GOODIE TREATS
    This program uses the creative art of modeling to help the youth build confidence and respect for others. The class will also cover runway skills, interviewing skills, proper etiquette, and more!
    Instructors: Kwane/ Ronisha
    Tuesdays
    5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    Ages 3 - 19
    FREE
    Offered during the regular school year

    PIANO/KEYBOARD CLASS
    Participants engage in activities on the piano and theory explorations; and play classical, popular, and religious songs.
    Instructor: Lolita Berrien
    Wednesdays
    5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
    Ages 6 and up
    $30 per month

    AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING
    Tutoring is provided to K-8th graders by certified PCSB teachers. Participants receive help in reading, mathematics, language arts, and computer skills. Help with homework is also provided.
    Instructors: Mildred Scott, Marissa Watkins and Isaac Erickson
    Tuesday- Thursday
    4:15 - 5:30 PM
    Free - Registration required. Must meet CDBG requirements; call for more information
    Offered during the regular school year.

    If you are interested in teaching a class at the Coleman-Bush Building, fill out this online form.

  • Clubs, Hobbies, & Enrichment Programming

    SILVER STAR GAME DAY
    Join us for Fun and Fellowship, Dominoes, Spades, Checkers, Chess, Shuffleboard and more…
    Tuesdays
    10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 
    FREE

    PIANO/KEYBOARD CLASS
    Participants engage in activities on the piano and in theory explorations; and play classical, popular, and religious songs.
    Instructor: Lolita Berrien
    Wednesdays
    5:30 – 7:00 PM
    Ages 6 and up
    $30 per month

    FAITH IN ACTION NORTH LAKELAND, INC. "SERVICES TO THE ELDERLY"
    Join our luncheon every fourth Thursday of the month.
    9:30 AM – 12:00 PM 
    FREE

  • User Check-In
    • All program participants should check in at the front counter prior to attending classes
    • Program participants will be registered in the participant program and issued an identification tag.
  • Black History Festival

    The City of Lakeland is excited to celebrate Black History Month in Lakeland at the annual Black History Festival in Jackson Park and the Coleman-Bush Building. This event brings together the community with vendors and entertainment, all focused on highlighting the culture, creativity, and unity of the Black community.

    FREE

    Saturday - February 15, 2025
    10 am - 2 pm

    1130 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.
    Lakeland, FL 33805

    For more info, email ColemanBush@Lakelandgov.net or call 863-834-3350. Once it is open, this space will be updated with a link to the vendor application.