Anthem Community Center: Plan Your Visit
Anthem Community Center is a resident-focused recreation, fitness and family activity facility operated by the Anthem Community Council in Anthem, Arizona. Located at 41130 N Freedom Way, Anthem, AZ 85086, it offers indoor sports courts, fitness facilities, aquatic activities, childcare, climbing, outdoor courts and recreation programs.
Before you visit: This is not a general public gym where anyone can simply buy admission. Regular facility access is primarily for Anthem residents with active memberships and their authorized guests. Some programs may allow nonresident registration at a higher fee.
Information reviewed October 20, 2026. Holiday schedules, program availability, seasonal pool hours and charges may change.
Opening Hours & Contact Information
The following are the regular published hours for the Community Center building, not guaranteed operating hours for every individual activity.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 5:00 AM–10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM–10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM–10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM–10:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM–8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM–8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM–7:00 PM |
Who Can Use Anthem Community Center?
Access depends on membership status and the reason for the visit. The Anthem Community Council distinguishes regular facility membership from nonresident participation in certain paid programs.
Eligible resident homeowners can activate facility privileges after membership verification. New homeowners should bring their closing documents to the membership appointment.
Eligible tenants need a completed homeowner-signed application. The published tenant membership administration fee is $75, subject to the current membership policy.
Guests generally must accompany an active resident member and pay the applicable guest fee. Members are responsible for their guests.
Some registered classes and activities are available at nonresident prices. This does not automatically grant unrestricted access to the fitness floor, pools or other resident facilities.
Membership & Guest Fees
Anthem’s official Community Center information and guest membership paperwork publish the following charges.
| Category | Published Charge |
|---|---|
| Guest age 18+ | $10 per day |
| Guest age 7–17 | $7 per day |
| Guest age 6 or younger | Free when otherwise eligible |
| New tenant membership administration | $75 |
| Temporary guest membership | $90 per person for 3 months, according to the published guest membership form |
Temporary guest memberships apply to qualifying extended stays, subject to the homeowner’s authorization and official policy. The published form says payment is prepaid, nonrefundable and nontransferable.
For resident membership activation, the Council directs visitors to schedule an appointment with Membership Services. HOA account standing and other eligibility requirements may matter.
How to Activate an Anthem Community Center Membership
- Confirm that the property qualifies. Check whether your Anthem home or rental is eligible for Anthem Community Council facility privileges.
- Identify your membership category. Homeowners, tenants and certain temporary guests have different documentation requirements.
- Gather the documents. New homeowners should prepare closing papers. Tenants need the completed application signed by the homeowner. Temporary guests need the applicable guest form and homeowner authorization.
- Contact Membership Services. Call 623-879-3013 or email membershipservices@anthemcouncil.com to arrange an appointment.
- Review policy and charges. Ask about membership status, household members, tenant fees, identification, renewal rules and any outstanding requirements.
- Complete the official activation. Submit the required documents and pay any applicable charges through the authorized process.
- Check registration access. Once membership is active and in good standing, verify your access before registering at the resident program rate.
Facilities & Amenities
The Community Center provides indoor recreation and outdoor facilities for different age groups and activities.
Exercise equipment and spaces for strength and general fitness. Regular fitness equipment access is generally for ages 14 and older; ages 12–13 require the specified orientation/certification and adult supervision.
Indoor courts for scheduled sports, recreation activities, classes and approved uses.
Heated year-round lap pool, seasonal water park and a diving well with low and high diving boards.
A 14-court pickleball complex, outdoor tennis courts and other racquet-sport opportunities, subject to court scheduling.
Indoor rock-climbing activity with designated operating hours and a separate published activity charge.
Adventure Club childcare, youth camps, sports programs, fitness classes and seasonal activities.
Outdoor sand volleyball courts for eligible users and scheduled recreation activities.
Indoor recreation and social spaces within the facility.
Selected spaces for approved meetings, parties and activities, based on scheduling and rental rules.
Anthem Community Center Swimming Pools & Water Park
The aquatics area includes a heated lap pool, diving well and the Big Splash Water Park. However, these facilities do not all follow the same opening schedule.
Heated Lap Pool
| Day | Published Lap Pool Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Thursday | 5:00 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM–7:30 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM–6:30 PM |
These are the published overall lap-pool hours. Swim lessons, meets, exercise programs and reservations may block regular swimming access during parts of the day. The lap pool closes to other uses during lessons.
Big Splash Water Park
Big Splash includes two water slides, an interactive play structure and a large red bucket that dumps more than 200 gallons of water approximately every four minutes.
The Council’s published 2026 primary summer schedule was:
- May 23–August 2: Monday–Saturday, 10 AM–7 PM.
- Sunday during that period: 10 AM–6 PM.
- After August 2: Weekend-only operation through Labor Day, noon–5 PM, as published.
- July 3 exception: The water park closed at 2 PM.
Diving Well
The diving well includes low and high diving boards. It generally opens only when lifeguards are on duty, unless the facility posts a specific exception. Its published main 2026 summer schedule was May 23–August 2, Monday–Saturday 10 AM–7 PM and Sunday 10 AM–6 PM.
Pool Safety & Closures
- Children age 13 and younger must be accompanied by an adult in the aquatics areas.
- Follow posted rules and lifeguard instructions.
- Storms may interrupt swimming and water-park operations.
- Health-code incidents can require cleaning closures, sometimes lasting from 45 minutes to 24 hours.
- A posted schedule does not guarantee availability of a specific slide, diving board or lap lane.
Adventure Club Childcare: Ages, Hours & Prices
Adventure Club is an on-site childcare service for children aged 6 months to 12 years. Parents may leave children under staff supervision for up to three hours per day, but the parent must remain inside the Community Center.
| Day | Adventure Club Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–12:30 PM and 4:00–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | No regular hours listed |
$6 per child
$4 per child
$12 per child total
Unlimited and VIP monthly packages are also advertised. Verify enrollment requirements, capacity and childcare availability before arriving.
Rock Climbing Wall: Hours & Cost
| Day | Rock Wall Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 4:00–8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM–6:00 PM |
Published price: $7 per person per hour.
Ask about participant age, equipment, supervision and climbing safety requirements before paying. Availability may be limited for special activities or staffing reasons.
Fitness Classes, Sports & Youth Programs
Anthem Community Council offers a changing mix of recreation programs. Examples appearing in published activity information include:
Yoga, Zumba, strength training, cardio classes, water-based fitness and personal training.
Seasonal camps, sports, recreation activities and age-specific enrichment.
Swimming lessons, swim activities, water fitness and competitive swimming opportunities.
Pickleball, tennis, scheduled instruction and related programs.
Fees depend on the activity. An active resident membership can qualify the participant for resident registration rates, while eligible nonresidents may pay higher program fees. Separate program charges may apply even when the person has facility privileges.
How to Register for an Activity
- Open the official Anthem Community Council Parks & Recreation page.
- Find the activity registration section and follow the CivicRec registration option.
- Sign into the appropriate account or follow the official account setup process.
- Browse activities by category, age group and available dates.
- Open the activity details and check price, eligibility, capacity, location and any registration deadline.
- Complete the registration and payment directly through the authorized portal.
- Save your confirmation and check for any required forms before the first class.
Room Rentals, Birthday Parties & Events
Anthem Community Center lists rental space for meetings, birthday parties and other approved activities. The availability, rates, capacity and applicable policies depend on the particular space.
Not every rental space promoted by Anthem Community Council is inside the Community Center. The separate Anthem Civic Building at 3701 W Anthem Way also offers meeting rooms, a community room, arts-and-crafts space, game room and terrace.
Before Requesting a Rental
- Choose the event type: birthday celebration, meeting, recreation activity or another approved gathering.
- Estimate the number of guests and required seating.
- Determine whether you need tables, chairs, audiovisual equipment or special setup.
- Prepare preferred dates and alternative times.
- Ask about membership eligibility, deposits, cancellation terms and additional charges.
- Confirm exactly which building hosts the reserved space.
How to Arrange a Rental
- Call Anthem Community Center at 623-879-3011.
- Explain the event type, proposed attendance and dates.
- Ask which Community Center rooms or areas can accommodate the event.
- Request the current rental application, rental price and facility rules.
- Complete the official approval and payment process.
- Keep written confirmation with the approved time and exact location.
Important Guest, Child & Fitness Rules
The published membership form and facility information establish several visitor rules that families should understand before arriving.
- Guest supervision: A resident member must accompany guests under the applicable guest policy.
- Children under 10: Unless enrolled in an ACC Community Center program, they must be accompanied by an adult.
- Children 13 and younger: An adult must accompany them in the pools and water-park areas.
- Fitness equipment: Regular access is generally for ages 14 and up. Ages 12–13 require completion of the appropriate fitness orientation and adult supervision.
- Pets: Pets on Council property must be leashed, and owners must clean up after them.
- Smoking and alcohol: These are prohibited in the Community Center and Community Park under the published rules.
- Behavior: Abusive or unsafe conduct can result in loss or suspension of privileges.
Specific areas may have additional posted restrictions. Membership documents and staff instructions take priority when deciding whether an activity is permitted.
Location, Directions & Parking
41130 N Freedom Way
Anthem, AZ 85086
Maricopa County, Arizona
Anthem is a planned community north of Phoenix, near the Interstate 17 corridor. The Community Center is within Anthem rather than in downtown Phoenix.
Use the exact street address when navigating. The Community Center, Anthem Civic Building and Community Park are related community facilities but do not share one entrance or address.
Parking: Confirm event-specific or accessible-parking arrangements with staff when necessary. A verified detailed parking-space count for the Community Center is not published in the sources used for this guide.
Quick Checklist Before You Leave Home
- Confirm your membership, guest or activity-registration eligibility.
- Check the hours of the specific amenity, not only the building.
- Carry any necessary member identification or registration confirmation.
- Prepare the correct guest fee if visiting as an authorized guest.
- Bring appropriate workout clothes, swimwear or court shoes.
- Check for weather-related pool closures and special-event restrictions.
- For children, review age, childcare and adult-supervision rules.
- For a rental, obtain written booking confirmation before making final event plans.
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10 Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where is Anthem Community Center located?
Anthem Community Center is located at 41130 N Freedom Way, Anthem, AZ 85086. Its main telephone number is 623-879-3011.
2. What time does Anthem Community Center open and close?
It opens Monday through Thursday from 5 AM to 10 PM, Friday from 5 AM to 8 PM, Saturday from 7 AM to 8 PM, and Sunday from 8 AM to 7 PM. Specific amenities and holiday schedules may differ.
3. Can anyone visit Anthem Community Center?
No. Regular facility use is primarily for eligible Anthem residents with active memberships and their authorized guests. Some programs permit eligible nonresident registration at higher rates.
4. How much is the Anthem Community Center guest fee?
The published daily fees are $10 for guests age 18 and older, $7 for ages 7–17, and no charge for ages 6 and younger. Guests must meet the resident-accompaniment requirements.
5. Does Anthem Community Center have a swimming pool?
Yes. The aquatics facilities include a heated year-round lap pool, a diving well and the seasonal Big Splash Water Park. Each has its own availability and operating schedule.
6. Is the Anthem water park open year-round?
No. Big Splash Water Park operates seasonally. Its published 2026 schedule included the main summer period from May 23 through August 2, followed by weekend operation through Labor Day.
7. How do residents activate Community Center membership?
Contact Membership Services at 623-879-3013 or membershipservices@anthemcouncil.com to arrange an appointment. New homeowners should prepare closing papers, while eligible tenants need the appropriate homeowner-signed application and applicable administration fee.
8. Does Anthem Community Center offer childcare?
Yes. Adventure Club serves children from 6 months to 12 years old for up to three hours per day while the parent remains inside the Community Center. Published pricing starts at $6 for the first hour.
9. Can I rent Anthem Community Center for a birthday party?
The center offers selected rental spaces for approved parties and meetings. Call 623-879-3011 to ask about room availability, event approval, pricing and rental conditions.
10. Does Anthem Community Center have pickleball and fitness classes?
Yes. It has a 14-court pickleball complex and offers fitness classes and other recreation programs. Court availability, registration requirements and activity fees depend on the schedule and membership status.
Official Information & Documents
Anthem Community Council — Community Center, Hours, Membership and Amenities
Anthem Community Council — Pool and Water Park Schedules
Official Guest Membership Form PDF
This is an independent visitor-information guide and is not operated by Anthem Community Council. Check directly with the Council for updated policies, seasonal schedules or fees.