I'm rating this facility mostly based on the fitness center which is available to all DC residents…read moreat no cost. Of the recreation centers that I've visited so far in DC, this fitness center is the most updated and well-kept. The crowd is pretty steady regardless of the time of day (I've been at different hours of the day and days of the week between 6:30AM-7:30PM) but I've never been able to not use equipment during my 45-60 minutes workouts. Note that the fitness center closes 30 minutes before the posted hours (I.e. if the rec center closes at 8PM, the fitness center closes at 7:30PM). Not pictured are also more weight machines, a dumbbell rack with weights 5-100lbs and kettlebells. Aside from the fitness center, there's also the athletic field, playground, rooftop garden, outdoor basketball/tennis courts, and a gymnasium. From what I've seen, events at this rec center are more-so geared towards folks under 18 and 55+.

Edgewood Recreation Center is a newly-renovated recreations center in Northeast's Edgewood…read moreneighborhood. Here's why it's worth a visit: 1) Amenities: There's a lot to do inside and outside. On the outside, there's a massive field, a track, playground, a garden and basketball courts. Pre-pandemic, the inside has a gym, classrooms, etc. 2) Views: There's an area with benches with beautiful views of nearby Trinity Washington University. This recreation is new and super nice. It's worth a visit!

Wonderful community center. I go for the tennis courts but there is basketball, baseball, and…read moreplaygrounds. A wonderful green space in the middle of the city. The tennis courts are good fun. Lots of community spirit, music, and local flavor. Usually can be a waiting line but the courts are decent and also well lit

I've been a resident in this neighborhood for 13 years and just started using the Fitness Center at…read moreTakoma. I've had good experiences for the last few weeks, until today. It's the first time I've walked in and multiple residents are having problems scanning in or the woman working the front desk "can't find" multiple accounts. Longest line I've seen yet. I haven't had problems scanning in until today and my ID has been scanned each time by other employees (who were courteous and pleasant). Gabrielle lectured me on creating an account, then gave very confusing and contradictory directions on how to unlock the account. I finally left, sat in the car, and figured it out myself. I went back in and she just wanted to see confirmation and didn't even scan me. She was condescending, rude, and lacked basic customer service skills. Do what you can to avoid Gabrielle! She clearly doesn't know how to do her job and likes to create drama for residents. What a waste of everyone's time!

I've lived in the city for over 20 years and I literally had no idea this recreation center even…read moreexisted. Someone told me about it so I came here to check it out this morning. It seems like the indoor pool is an Olympic sized pool and when aI got here they were doing some type of class there. There is also an indoor basketball court that I'm sure gets used a lot during the weekend. There was nobody in there this Thursday morning. The gym was disappointing however because there wasn't much to it at all. What I did like was the outdoor circular path which is about 2.5 times the length of an actual track. I would for sure make use of it if I lived a little closer. The baseball field also looked like it was in good condition. I was told that I need to sign up on their website in order to use the recreation center.

Turkey Thicket is a great place to exercise. There are programs for kids and adults. They have…read moreparking. The pool has classes and lap swimming. DC residents can use the facility for free.

My kids like coming here for the playground and large open field area to fly their kites. I really…read morelike clean and new environments, so we really enjoyed the pool too. We have always had a fun time here!

It's new, mighty, and comes with a small indoor pool that my third grader loves! The playground…read moreoutside is large but be warned there's a sandpit that is the curse of every parent.

What a renovation! Just to the west of Fort Dupont Park, this recreation center is large and…read morebeautifully designed. There's a small parking lot in the front surrounded by a fence. Inside the property is a new playground, trails, a field, exercise equipment, and public mosaic art. Inside is a pool for people who need it for therapy, a large gym court, meeting rooms, restrooms, and more. The design is stunning and plays well with the natural landscape in this part of Ward 7.

Recently renovated and expanded, the Arboretum Recreation Center may be the best rec center in D.C…read more Open Monday through Friday, the building's design mimics the nearby U.S. National Arboretum. Inside, there's a small gym, a basketball court, a computer lab, a rec room where movies are shown, and a soft play room for kids. Outside are two playgrounds, tennis courts that double as pickle ball courts, basketball courts, a workout area, a community garden, and an amphitheater.

My cousin and I camebl here this morniing with a couole of kids she was baysitting and it was fun…read more Actually the kids had a better time than we did becaise we were hanging-out on the outdoor playground and it was quite brisk. I think mid 20's which was ok for a littke while. After about an hour into it my ears and fongers were starting to feel numb. The indoor recreation center had not opened yet and I think that would have been better fun for everyone. They do a great job in terms of the maintenace andnthere was also no trash around like what younwoukd see at some other parks in the city. Plus this park and rec center was ckose to where we were at. I wouldn't mind coming back here sometime to check out the actual recreation center.

This playground was ideal for my 4-year-old child. It offered a variety of climbing structures that…read morewere suitable for her age and also engaging. Next to it, there is a bigger playground designed for older children, providing a great mix of options for all ages.

Sherwood Recreation Center is a recreation center just south of H Street along 10th and G Streets…read moreNortheast. The rec center itself is large, but it's closed due to the pandemic. What is open is the playground and it's spacious leaving room for families to safe distance. Still, masks are required. Near the tennis courts (yes, the courts are open too) are a few D.C. statehood murals part of the mayor's campaign to make D.C. the 51st state. There's a rainbow-colored mural, a rose mural (D.C.'s flower) and a few others by local artists.

This park is SOOOO COOL! Especially for kids of different ages. There's multiple swings (although…read morethe baby swing is broken right now - if that doesn't get fixed I'll update this review accordingly), multiple play areas, outdoor musical instruments, and SO MANY SPOTS FOR CLIMBING especially for bigger kids. There's a bug field with a walking path. We will definitely be visiting this park more often!

Rosedale Community Center is an epic recreation center in Kingman Park near H Street NE and Hill…read moreEast. There's street parking and a small parking lot by the center. Here's what you can find within the community center: 1) Playground: There's a large playground that's D.C. landmark-themed. There's the Washington Monument, Air & Space Museum, the White House, Hirshhorn, etc. with fact cards next to each one teaching kids (and their parents) about our city. The playground comes with a sheltered picnic area to escape the sun. It's a little run down and often there's litter scattered throughout the playground. Despite that, it's a fun place for kids. 2) Library: There's a library within the community center. 3) Courts/fields: There are basketball courts that are often in use in the evenings and a large field for workouts, soccer, etc. 4) Pool: From Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, the outdoor pool is open with a small waterslide. Sadly, during the 2020 season, the pool closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you get hungry, there are a few restaurants north along Benning Road NE, including a walk-up/drive thu Chick-fil-A three blocks west.

The Joseph Cole Recreation Center is a large public space in Trinidad by the Wheatley Campus. It's…read morea wide, gated space with a splash park, two playgrounds (none have big slides), picnic tables and paths. It's a popular place for families and dog walkers. There are NO public restrooms so plan accordingly.