Hours of Operation(when special events/programs are not taking place)
Sunday: Closed
Monday - Friday: 6:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday: Closed Adult Nights: On Tuesday and Thursday evenings, we offer ADULT NIGHT from 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. All youth under the age of 18 years old must leave the gym at 6:30 p.m. Youth are still able to play in the Community Center Game Room until closing. Holiday ClosuresLabor Day: Monday, September 3, 2010 AnnouncementsConstruction at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Theater, Community Center and Fitness Center
Beginning mid-November, 2009 Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Theater, Community Center and Fitness Center will be undergoing a major construction renovation that will significantly enhance the spaces used by many. This work will continue through summer 2010 and should be completed prior to the start of the new school year. At times, such work may result in loud noise between the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Further, such work may result in periodic scheduled closures that will be communicated to patrons through the Thomas Jefferson Community Center webpage and through weekly communications from the TJ Listserv.  Watch a video of the opening of the TJ athletic field.
TJ News! - Sign up for regular updates of events and schedules at TJ. If you would like to be added to the Thomas Jefferson Community Center Weekly Updates listserv, please send an e-mail request to the center manager, Patrick Todd. Transit Options (within 1/4 mi)Metrobus 4ABEHS, 10ABE, 23AC and ART 41 Features             
Meeting room (50 person capacity), game room, art studios (pottery, photography, jewelry and wood working), gymnasium, indoor track, accessible pre-school and school-aged playgrounds, basketball courts (outdoor), tennis courts with lights (outdoor), fitness trail (approximately 1/2 mile long), soccer field, par course, fitness center, accessible public restrooms, showers, changing rooms, lockers*, towel service, sauna, pay phone, water fountain, vending machines (snack/beverage) * Lockers at TJ are available for rental at a cost of $60/year. Locker rental paperwork is available at the community center. Coin operated lockers also available for 50 cents (quarters only). You may not keep items locked overnight. Daily lockers also available at no cost… bring your own lock. You may not keep items locked overnight.
 Some features are available to rent or reserve!
Contact Facilities Scheduling or visit the Rentals Facilities page.
ProgramsArt Studios (Closed June 23 - September 7, 2010. See more details.)
The open art studios at Thomas Jefferson Community Center are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Open studio sessions are designed for individuals to work independently in a creative and safe environment. Previous experience and basic skills are necessary since there is no instruction provided during these sessions. The TJ Art Studio page includes information about equipment for the jewelry, photography, pottery and woodshop studios. The Studios also host Girl Scout Workshops and the Paint-A-Plate program. Contact the art studios at Thomas Jefferson Community Center at 703-228-5925 or Roslyn De Los Reyes.
Hours: See TJ Art Studio page for hours Fitness Center
This spacious facility boasts an indoor track, basketball and volleyball courts, Cybex and Nautilus and free weight equipment, an outdoor fitness trail, outdoor tennis and basketball courts. Amenities at this site include comfortable locker rooms, showers and saunas. "TJ" as it is often referred to, is also the site of many classes including Inside Cycling and sports activities including leagues. Personal training is also offered at this location. Private Pilates sessions are also available in our "Reformer Room." See our Membership Information and Drop-in Fitness Classes (PDF). See also our Skate Night for Families & Teens page. Volleyball (Drop-In)
Days: Monday - Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Note: TJCC will be closed from Aug 14, 2010 to Aug 31, 2010
Cost: Arlington County Fitness Membership OR daily fee pass
Description: Court is set-up for Men's League Play. Available on a first-come, first-served basis. Variety of groups form and play and there is a variety of playing levels. One court available; no court reservations accepted. Pickleball (Drop-In)
Days: Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and on Tuesday/Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Note: TJCC will be closed from Aug 14, 2010 to Aug 31, 2010
Cost: Arlington County Fitness Membership OR daily fee pass
Description: One court is usually available during the hours indicated above, but a second court is sometimes set-up. This is available to all ages and this location is the home of the Northern Virginia Senior Olympic Pickleball Tournament. Basketball (Adult Drop-In)
Days: Tuesday/Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (All youth under the age of 18 years old must leave the gym at 6:30 p.m.)
Note: TJCC will be closed from Aug 14, 2010 to Aug 31, 2010
Cost: Arlington County Fitness Membership OR daily fee pass
Description: Games are mainly played by men in their late teens through early to mid 50's. Games can be timed at 13 minutes or first team to score 11 points. SurveyThe Arlington County Department of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources prides itself on providing superior customer service to our county residents. In an effort to continue with our goals we ask for you to please take a moment to carefully fill out this survey. Your input will help assess our programs and determine how we can better serve you. Your time is valuable, and we thank you for helping us help you. Thomas Jefferson Center is the site of numerous large events. Below are links to more information about some of these... | 
