Department of Parks and Recreation

Thomas Jefferson Community Center

 

 

Fitness Center at Thomas Jefferson Community Center

playing pool at TJ

TJ Art Studios

Pottery at TJ Art Studios

event at TJ


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February Hours of Operation
(when special events/programs are not taking place)

  • Sunday: 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Monday – Thursday: 6:00 a.m - 10:00 p.m.
  • Friday Fitness Center Hours: 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
  • Friday Community Center Hours: 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday Hours will be extended to 10:00 p.m. on either Friday, February 17 or 24 depending on Special Event needs.

Upcoming Early Closures & Holidays

  • President's Day Holiday: 2/20/2012
    (Barcroft Sports & Fitness Center will remain OPEN on this day from 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.)
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. The Community Center is still available for use until 10:00 p.m. by all ages.

Announcements

YouTube video 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 Game Room Art Studios Playground Basketball Tennis Fitness Trail Soccer Fitness Center Lockers Restrooms Accessible Restroom Drinking Fountain Pay Phone

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, healthy vending machines

* 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.

Rental StarSome features are available to rent or reserve!
Contact Facilities Scheduling or visit the Rentals Facilities page.

Programs

Art Studios
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 4:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Please note: Tuesday & Thursday are Adult only nights after 6:30 p.m.); (Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
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 - Friday from 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. (Please note: Tuesday & Thursday are Adult only nights after 6:30 p.m.); (Saturdays: 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.)    
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:
Monday - Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Please note: Tuesday/Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. is adult play only. All youth under the age of 18 years old must leave the gym at 6:30 p.m.); (Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
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 are timed at 13 minutes or first team to score 11 points. Winning team stays on.

Game Room
Days:
Monday - Friday from 6:25 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Description: 3 General Use Pool Tables - 1 Adult Pool Table - 2 Foosball tables – 1 Air Hockey - 3 Table Tennis Tables

Survey
The 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...

 

CONTACT US

Location
3501 2nd Street S.
Arlington, VA 22204
Map

Front Desk
703-228-5920 Phone
703-228-5926 Fax

Facility Manager
Patrick Todd
703-228-5923

UPCOMING EVENTS

 
Conditioning/Core Training - 02/08/2012 12:00PM
Cardio Sculpt - 02/08/2012 5:30PM
Abs, Buns & Thighs (A.B.T.) - 02/13/2012 6:30PM
Conditioning/Core Training - 02/15/2012 12:00PM
Cardio Sculpt - 02/15/2012 5:30PM

Last Modified: February 06, 2012
2100 Clarendon Blvd. Arlington, VA 22201 Tel: 703-228-3000 TTY: 703-228-4611