Field Season Date Change - Effective immediately, the Spring and Summer Field Scheduling Seasons have been combined into a single season (March 1 – July 31). The application deadline for the Spring/ Summer Field season is December 1.

Important Updates About Gym Use Custodial Fees and Cancellation Deadlines

Synthetic Turf Field Scheduling Information

Application for Field and Gym Permits Information on reserving fields and gyms and downloadable permit applications.

Park Authority Athletic Field Closure Status Listing of Park Authority fields closed due to weather or field conditions. This information can also be accessed by calling the facility cancellation hotline at 703-324-5264.

Gym Cancellations Listing of future gym cancellations due to school events and other non-weather related events or holidays.

Gym Holiday Closures. Gyms will not be available on Fairfax County Public Schools holidays.

Gym Closure Status (Inclement Weather) - Please check the facility cancellation hotline at 703-324-5264 for updates on gym closures due to inclement weather.

Gym Regulations (pdf) - Guidelines and regulations for gym users.

Gym Regulations for Outdoor Sports Using Gyms (pdf) - Specific guidelines and regulations for gym users playing outdoor sports such as soccer, baseball, and softball.

Volunteer Building Directors - Information on becoming a Volunteer Building Director (VBD). All gym users must have a building director on site at all times.

Park Authority Field Regulations - Guidelines and regulations for park field users.

Public Schools Field Regulations - Guidelines and regulations for school field users.

Diamond Field Maintenance – Regular field maintenance is provided by the Fairfax County Park Authority, in cooperation with Fairfax County Public Schools and CRS. To learn some basic skills and tips to help keep the fields in great shape, please watch our Field Maintenance Video.

The Fairfax County Department of Community and Recreation Services does not operate sports leagues or camps. Please visit the following links for information on participating in sports.

Sports Directory - Listing of community-based sports leagues and organizations. Call 703-324-5533, TTY 703-222-9693 for more information or a specific referral based on the athlete's age, sport, and community.

Camps, Clinics, and Classes - Fairfax County Park Authority classes, camps, and clinics.

Application Fee Policy (pdf) - Description of the application fee for facility permits.

Non County Fees (pdf) - Description of the fees for adult participants who are not Fairfax County residents.

Field Allocation Policy (pdf) - Guides the allocation and scheduling of athletic fields and outlines the requirements for field users.

Gym Allocation Policy (pdf) - Guides the allocation and scheduling of gyms and outlines the requirements for gym users.

Champions of Character Awards (pdf) On Tuesday, October 9, at a special ceremony held at the Government Center, the Fairfax County Athletic Council and CRS recognized 36 individuals for contributions to youth sports in Fairfax County and their service in pursuing victory with honor. A coach, parent, and two athletes are chosen from each magisterial district.

Hershey Track and Field Games: The Fairfax County Hershey Track and Field Games will be held on Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17 at Falls Church High School. Participation is free, but pre-registration is required. (PLEASE NOTE: The Registration Deadline Has Been Extended to Friday, May 9,2008) Hershey Flyer (pdf) Hershey Registration Form (pdf)

Youth Sports Scholarship Program - English (pdf) - Spanish (pdf) - Scholarship assistance for youth to participate in organized athletics. Important information for youth sports administrators (pdf).

Athletic Council - A volunteer advisory Council appointed by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors.

Fairfax County Community and Recreation Services
Athletic Services Division
12011 Government Center Parkway, Suite 1050
Fairfax, VA 22035-1115
703-324-5533, 703-324-5522, TTY 703-222-9693
Fax: 703-324-5546

Questions or Comments? e-mail customer service

Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed on Fairfax County holidays.

Directions to CRS - We are located on the 10th floor of the Pennino Building at the Fairfax County Government Center Complex.