Arlington County has loads of places to go and things to do for teens…stuff developed by teens, for teens. Looking for a pickup game? After school club? Something to do on teacher work days? Trips? A place to be creative? Or just looking for a good place to chill with friends?

The listing below provides information on after school programs, evening programs, what do on teacher work days and holidays, teen centers, and even a listing of the many sports programs teens can enjoy in Arlington. Use this as a guide to connect with County programs for middle or high school students, or call 703-228-7780 for the most up-to-date information. If you have any questions to help us better develop programs and services for Arlington teens, call 703-228-7780, or e-mail the Office for Teens. TTY 703-228-4743.

After School Teen Programs | Evening Teen Programs | Schools Off! | Come Create with Us! | Sports: Come Play with Us! | Hang Out & Chill Spots: Do Drop In! | TMAD | Jobs and Internship Programs: Come Grow with Us! | Back to Nature | Spring Break Camps

After School Teen Programs

Teens have fun, make new friends and develop skills at our after school programs. Center-based programs, held September to mid-June, can include music, dance, games, cooking, art, sport games, and activities chosen by teen participants. For more info contact the specific center for details.

• Gunston Center (for grades 6-8) Monday – Friday, 2:30-6pm (703-228-6983)
• Gunston Center (for grades 9-12) Monday – Friday, 3:30-6pm (703-228-6983)
• Langston-Brown Center, Monday - Friday, 3pm-6pm (703-228-5314)
• Lubber Run Center, Monday - Friday, 3pm-6pm (703-228-4712)
• Walter Reed Center, Monday - Friday, 3pm-6pm (703-228-0935)
• Drew Center, Monday - Friday, 3pm-6pm (703-228-5725)
• Middle School Teen Clubs @ Swanson, Williamsburg, & Kenmore (703-228-7783)
• TJ After School Program, Monday – Friday, 2:30- 6pm (703-228-4711)
• Teen Club @ Woodbury Park, Wednesday and Thursday, 6:30-8:30pm (703-807-1941)
• Disc Jockey and Music Production @ TJ (703-228-7783)

Evening Teen Programs

Teens have fun and make friends at these Center-based programs held September to mid-June. Teens help develop the activities, which can include music, dance, games, cooking, art, soccer, basketball and football. Contact the specific center for details.

• Campbell Elementary School boys and girls open gym basketball, Tuesdays (fall/winter), 6:30-9pm (703-228-5314)
• Carver Center, Monday - Friday 4:30pm-7:30pm (703-228-5706)
• Langston Middle School Program (703-228-5314)
• Lubber Run Teen Game Room (703-228-4717)
• Saturday Night Café @ TJ, most Saturdays, dates and times vary (703-228-7781)
• TJ Teen Game Room/Gym (703-228-5920)
• Teen Skate Night @ TJ, Every Saturday, October 17 – March 27, 9-11pm (703-228-7783) (Note: There will be no skate nights around holiday weekends.)
• Family Roller Skating @ TJ, Every Saturday, October 17 – March 27, 9-11pm (703-228-7783) (Note: There will be no skate nights around holiday weekends.)
• Woodbury Park Teen Club (703-807-1941)

Schools Off!

What to do for Middle School Teacher Workdays? Call 703-228-7780.

Come Create with Us!

• Disc Jockey Classes @ TJ, Tuesdays & Fridays 3:30-6pm, 703-228-7783
• Music Production @ TJ, Mondays & Wednesdays 4-6pm, 703-228-7783
• Studios @ TJ and Lee Art Centers, 703-228 5925
• Teen Art classes @ various locations 703-228-4747, www.arlingtonva.us/prcr
• Performances and Exhibits @ various locations, visit www.arlingtonarts.org

Sports: Come Play with Us!

Baseball | Basketball | Biking | Boxing | Cheerleading | Football | Gymnastics | Ice Hockey | Lacrosse | Skateboarding/Inline | Soccer | Softball | Swimming | Tennis | Track & Field | Volleyball

Teen Fitness & Weightlifting

• Barcroft: Monday – Friday 4–7pm, 703-228-0701
• Drew: Friday (only 14-18 yr olds), 6-9pm, 703-228-5725

Hang Out & Chill Spots: Do Drop In!

Thomas Jefferson
Daily 2:30-9:50pm (Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6:30pm until closing is adults only.) Drop in for pool, games, ping pong or use the gym for basketball, volleyball or soccer, 703-228-4711

Lubber Run
Fridays 6-9:30pm Game room, pool tables and ping pong table open in a casual atmosphere. (May be subject to cancellation for special events.), 703-228-4717

Carver
Monday to Friday, 6-9pm pool, ping pong, table games, and basketball, 703-228-5706

Walter Reed
Monday - Thursday 3:30-6:30pm, Saturday 2-4pm, and Sunday noon to 2pm (ages 15+), Fridays 3:30-10pm and Saturday noon to 2pm (ages 11-14)
Hang out in the Teen Lounge, play table games, ping pong, pool, or foosball, 703-228-0935

Teen Evening Mix @ Drew
Monday – Thursday 6-10pm, Friday 6-9pm. Activities for 14-18, including arts and crafts, games, sports, speakers, workshops, cooking, music, trips, special events and more, 703-228-5725

Teens Making a Difference (TMAD)

Are you a teen or know a teen who is dedicated to making a difference in their community? If so the TMAD, Teens Making a Difference program wants you! TMAD offers community service, life skills, community projects, special events as well as other drop-in recreation activities for teens.

Regular TMAD meetings start January 26 and occur every Tuesday from 6-9pm at Lubber Run Center. This free program is the perfect opportunity for teens to give back to their community; in addition students have the chance to earn a stipend for work-learning programs. Apply today! Download the TMAD application form (PDF). Completed applications should be sent to ajerry@arlingtonva.us or mailed or off at Lubber Run Center ATTN: OFT.  For more information, contact Kevin Egbert at kegbert@arlingtonva.us.

TMAD is in the process of expanding their program to the Langston-Brown community. Contact Nataki Green at nngreen@arlingtonva.us for more information or for the next orientation open for the public in the High View Park Community.

Jobs and Internship Programs: Come Grow with Us!

National Youth Congress Internship Program
A 12-week job training and internship program in the field of parks, recreation and conservation. Must be an Arlington resident between the ages of 13-17. Includes mandatory overnight retreat in September for the Fall session and in March for the Spring session, followed by a 10-week paid internship working side by side with a recreation professional. 703-228-7781 or e-mail the Office for Teens.

Make a Difference: Be a Volunteer

• There are so many ways teens can be a resource to the community!
• Be event staff at a cultural celebration or other special event.
• Help maintain a park, clean up a stream or bike trail, or remove invasive plants.
• Tutor elementary age children in after school programs.
• Assist in leading children in arts and crafts, sports, games and other recreational activities.

Ready to Sign Up? Individuals or groups interested, please e-mail the PRCR Volunteer Office or call 703-228-4730.

Back to Nature

Campfires, Eco-Excursions, Creature Features, Hikes and More for Teen Groups
Teen and science clubs, volunteer and school groups, and scouts and other youth groups have access to outstanding group programs through Arlington's nature centers. 703-228-6525.