Park Authority

CONTACT INFORMATION: Open during regular business hours 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
703-324-8700 TTY 711
12055 Government Center Pkwy.
Fairfax, Virginia 22035
Jai Cole
Executive Director

Franconia Rec Center

More than Just a Gym

We have what all other gyms have and so much more. For one, aquatics and swimming are not an afterthought here. And you’ll be impressed by our huge selection of classes, camps and programs for kids.

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Rec Center and Natatorium Hours of Operation

Hours of Operation

Starting January 1, 2026, the George Washington Rec Center hours will change to the following:

Hours of Operation

High School Swim and Dive Season (Nov. 10-Feb. 19): Lap Pool closed 3:30-6 p.m. *Subject to change.*

*Find holiday hours online. Check our alerts page for any closures.

Rec Center Hours of Operation*

 

Find Community and Fun at Your Rec Center Open House on Jan. 4!

Explore everything Rec Centers have to offer on Sunday, Jan. 4! Enjoy free admission* and learn more about membership all day. Join from 2 to 5 p.m. for special programming such as fitness demonstrations, sample classes, a membership table with giveaways, arts and crafts and other fun activities. Check out each Rec Center page for specific programming information.

*Please note that free admission requires sign up for a free, 7-day trial membership or purchase of a 30-day for $30 pass.

 

Open House

Attend the Audrey Moore Rec Center Open House: Sunday, Jan. 4. Enjoy free admission* and learn more about membership! Join from 2 to 5 p.m. for:

  • Membership table
  • Arts and crafts

*Please note that free admission requires sign up for a free, 7-day trial membership or purchase of a 30-day for $30 pass.

 

Open House

Attend the Cub Run Rec Center Open House: Sunday, Jan. 4. Enjoy free admission* and learn more about membership! Join from 2 to 5 p.m. for:

  • Membership table
  • Arts and crafts

*Please note that free admission requires sign up for a free, 7-day trial membership or purchase of a 30-day for $30 pass.

 

Open House

Attend the Franconia Rec Center Open House: : Sunday, Jan. 4. Enjoy free admission* and learn more about membership! Join from 2 to 5 p.m. for:

  • Membership table
  • Arts and crafts

*Please note that free admission requires sign up for a free, 7-day trial membership or purchase of a 30-day for $30 pass.

 

Open House

Attend the George Washington Rec Center Open House: Sunday, Jan. 4. Enjoy free admission* and learn more about membership! Join from 2 to 5 p.m. for:

  • Membership table
  • Arts and crafts

*Please note that free admission requires sign up for a free, 7-day trial membership or purchase of a 30-day for $30 pass.

 

Open House

Attend the Mount Vernon Rec Center Open House: Sunday, Jan. 4. Enjoy free admission* and learn more about membership! Join from 2 to 5 p.m. for:

  • Aquatic Climbing Wall
  • Popcorn
  • Enjoy Water Play Features in the Pool
  • Extended Climbing Wall Hours
  • Meet with a Personal Trainer
  • Water Ex/Learn to Swim Information Table
  • Recreation Classes Demos
  • Camp/Class Information Table

*Please note that free admission requires sign up for a free, 7-day trial membership or purchase of a 30-day for $30 pass.

 

Open House

Attend the Oakmont Rec Center Open House: Sunday, Jan. 4. Enjoy free admission* and learn more about membership! Join from 2 to 5 p.m. for:

  • Membership table
  • Arts and crafts

*Please note that free admission requires sign up for a free, 7-day trial membership or purchase of a 30-day for $30 pass.

 

Open House

Attend the Providence Rec Center Open House: Sunday, Jan. 4. Enjoy free admission* and learn more about membership! Join from 2 to 5 p.m. for:

  • Membership table
  • Arts and crafts

*Please note that free admission requires sign up for a free, 7-day trial membership or purchase of a 30-day for $30 pass.

 

Open House

Attend the South Run Rec Center Open House: Sunday, Jan. 4. Enjoy free admission* and learn more about membership! Join from 2 to 5 p.m. for:

  • Kung Fu demo (ages 13+): 2-4 p.m.
  • Ping Pong: 2-5 p.m.
  • Paper Crafts and Beading by Green Tea: 2-5 p.m.
  • 3D Printing demo by Youth Technologies: 2-5 p.m.
  • Beginning Athletes: 3-5 p.m.
  • Membership table

*Please note that free admission requires sign up for a free, 7-day trial membership or purchase of a 30-day for $30 pass.

 

Open House

Attend the Spring Hill Rec Center Open House: Sunday, Jan. 4. Enjoy free admission* and learn more about membership! Join from 2 to 5 p.m. for:

  • Membership table
  • Giveaways
  • Arts and crafts

*Please note that free admission requires sign up for a free, 7-day trial membership or purchase of a 30-day for $30 pass.

 

Start the New Year with 15% Off Annual Membership

Save 15% when you purchase annual Rec Center membership from Jan. 1 to 31. Enjoy our pools, Fitness Centers, drop-in group fitness classes, courts/gyms/tracks and more! Learn more about membership and purchase online or purchase at Rec Centers.

*Lanes open at 8 a.m. at Franconia Rec Centers on Weekends

Upcoming Events

Dec
20
6:00PM, 20, Show off your holiday spirit, sweater style at Family Skate and Dance Night…
Jan
04
2:00PM, 04, Enjoy free admission* and learn more about membership! Join from 2 to 5 p.…

Family Skate and Dance Night

Strap on skates or dancing shoes for an all-around good time at Family Skate and Dance Night. These monthly events feature fun themes with music by a DJ; festive decorations; fun themes; pizza, snacks and drinks for purchase; and an all-around good time. Bring your own skates and get ready for a fun night the entire family can enjoy!

Love skate nights? Host your own private party in the Franconia gym and make it your very own skate night. Call 703-922-9841 to inquire.


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