Plan Your Smith Springs Visit: Swimming, Fitness, Youth Activities & Rentals
Smith Springs Community Center is a Metro Nashville Parks and Recreation facility at 2801 Smith Springs Road, Nashville, TN 37217. It provides an indoor swimming pool, fitness center, walking track, gymnasium, group exercise classes, children’s programs and private rental rooms.
The center serves the Smith Springs and southeastern Nashville community. Some activities are free, while fitness equipment, instructor-led classes and reservations have separate charges.
2801 Smith Springs Road
Nashville, TN 37217
Reception, programs and rentals
$3 adults
$1.50 youth and seniors
Reviewed October 21, 2026. Always confirm swimming, classes, holiday changes and booking availability before visiting.
Smith Springs Community Center Hours
| Day | Published Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Thursday | 6:00 a.m.–8:30 p.m. |
| Friday | 6:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. |
| Saturday | 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. |
| Sunday | Closed under the regular published schedule |
Metro Parks can change access for holidays, school breaks, maintenance, special events and emergency closures. The official calendar currently identifies Veterans Day, November 11, 2026, as an upcoming holiday.
Contacts for Specific Questions
| Contact | Role |
|---|---|
| Barbara Manuel | Facility Manager barbara.manuel@nashville.gov |
| Fiorella Anderson | Recreation Program Coordinator fiorella.palomino@nashville.gov |
| Caleb Tolbert | Aquatics Coordinator caleb.tolbert@nashville.gov |
For a general inquiry, use the main telephone number first. Staff contact assignments can change.
Fitness Fees, Monthly Passes & Exercise Classes
The center publishes separate admission prices for adults and reduced-price groups.
| Fitness Access | Adult | Youth / Senior |
|---|---|---|
| Daily pass | $3 | $1.50 |
| 10-visit pass | $20 | $10 |
| Monthly pass | $30 | $20 |
The senior category begins at age 62. Reduced-price categories may also apply to eligible military participants; confirm current identification and eligibility requirements with the desk. The older Metro Parks fee schedule separately lists annual fitness passes, but the center’s live page currently emphasizes daily, 10-visit and monthly options.
Fitness Class Fees
| Class Option | Published Price |
|---|---|
| Single fitness class | $4 |
| Fit-Card, 10 classes | $40 |
Classes require an available session and may have age, registration or capacity restrictions. The 10-class card is convenient for multiple visits, but the posted price is not less than paying $4 per class individually.
Use the $3 adult day pass or $1.50 reduced day pass, after checking that the fitness room is available.
Compare $20 for 10 adult visits with the $30 monthly pass. Ten visits using daily adult admission would otherwise cost $30.
What’s Inside Smith Springs Community Center?
Cardio and strength-training equipment for exercise during designated fitness access periods.
Swimming facilities with locker rooms. Pool programs follow a schedule separate from building hours.
A weather-protected space for walking or running when the track is available for visitors.
Indoor basketball, youth and adult sports, scheduled recreation and special programming.
Space for instructor-led movement and exercise programs such as line dancing and boot camp.
Meeting rooms for approved private rentals and an outdoor playground for family recreation.
Indoor Swimming Pool & Aquatics
Smith Springs has an indoor swimming pool with locker rooms. Swimming availability depends on lifeguard staffing, classes, aquatics programs and pool maintenance.
Before Going for a Swim
- Check the current pool calendar. Use the official Smith Springs page and select the pool schedule.
- Identify your activity. Look for lap swimming, open swim, lessons or another approved pool activity.
- Check the actual time. A center can be open while the pool is closed for instruction or maintenance.
- Confirm age and supervision rules. Ask about children’s swim abilities, adult supervision and permitted flotation devices.
- Check admission and registration. Ask whether your chosen session needs a separate fee, lesson enrollment or reservation.
- Arrive prepared. Bring suitable swimwear, a towel and any items required by pool staff.
For lessons or special aquatic needs, call 615-862-8420 and ask for the Aquatics Coordinator.
Gym, Walking Track & Fitness Programs
Metro Nashville regional community centers offer a combination of fitness equipment, gymnasium recreation, indoor tracks and instructor-led classes. Smith Springs lists these amenities.
Fitness and Movement Activities
- Boot Camp and physical conditioning
- Line Dancing and dance-based workouts
- Other rotating exercise classes
- Indoor walking and running
- Gym-based recreation
- Fitness equipment access
The Smith Springs facility description mentions Zumba and Yoga among its program examples. However, Metro Parks’ general fitness comparison is not identical to the facility description and does not currently mark those specific classes as regularly offered at Smith Springs. Verify the latest studio schedule rather than assuming either runs every week.
Sports Participation
The gym hosts scheduled recreational activities and youth/adult sports. Open gym, basketball and other court uses may require advance confirmation, age eligibility or a designated session.
Youth After-School Programs & Summer Enrichment
Smith Springs offers organized recreation for younger residents, including after-school and summer programs. Exact enrollment requirements and availability depend on the school year and program.
L.E.G.E.N.D.S. at Smith Springs
The Nashville After Zone Alliance (NAZA) lists a Metro Parks after-school program at Smith Springs for middle-school participants. It emphasizes supportive youth development, teamwork, communication and learning.
- STEAM learning
- Service-learning projects
- Social and emotional learning
- Nutrition, health and wellness
- Communication and teamwork
- Which grades are currently eligible?
- Is there available space or a waitlist?
- What are the pickup and dismissal times?
- Is transportation available?
- Are parent forms or permissions required?
Historical NAZA listings show weekday afternoon sessions, but those dates and transportation arrangements must not be treated as confirmed for the entire 2026–27 school year.
Summer Youth Enrichment
Metro Parks also lists seasonal youth summer enrichment programs at Smith Springs. Parents should check the next registration period, age requirements, fees, daily hours, holiday closures and available places.
Children’s Dance & Ballet Classes
Rejoice School of Ballet lists several 2026–27 classes at Smith Springs Community Center. These are organized by Rejoice rather than being ordinary drop-in exercise classes.
| Class | Age | Listed Day & Time |
|---|---|---|
| Creative Movement | 4–5 | Thursday, 4:30–5:15 p.m. |
| Pre-Ballet | 5–7 | Thursday, 5:15–6:00 p.m. |
| Ballet I | 7–8 | Wednesday, 4:45–5:45 p.m. |
| Optional Tap I with Ballet I | Ask provider | Wednesday, 5:50–6:25 p.m. |
Check the Rejoice provider’s current school-year schedule, enrollment status, tuition and required attire. An individual ballet program can have its own registration process, separate from Metro Parks fitness membership.
Smith Springs Community Center Rental Rates
Metro Nashville allows approved private events at regional recreation centers when the requested area is available and the event will not conflict with Parks operations.
The published Metro Parks fee schedule groups Smith Springs with several other regional centers. The following amounts are hourly.
| Rental Space | Davidson County Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Small meeting room | $35 | $42 |
| Large meeting room with kitchen | $50 | $60 |
| Gym with game room, after hours | $75 | $90 |
| Full regional facility, specified areas excluded | $150 | $180 |
| Indoor pool, base hourly rental | $75 | $90 |
Important exclusions: the full-facility rate excludes the dance studio, fitness center, swimming pool and game room under the published schedule. The gym/game-room line is a separate rental category.
Pool Rental & Lifeguard Expenses
The published aquatics rental schedule specifies a two-hour minimum for indoor pool rentals, plus $25 per lifeguard per hour, with one lifeguard required for every 25 participants.
Example: a resident booking two pool hours for a group requiring one lifeguard would have a listed base charge of $150 plus $50 in lifeguard fees, totaling $200 before any other applicable costs. Staff must confirm whether one guard is sufficient for the proposed group and activity.
Standard Booking Minimum & Deposit
- Metro’s community center usage application specifies a minimum three-hour standard facility reservation.
- The deposit is nonrefundable and equals the first hour’s rental rate.
- Rental balances are due at least three business days before the event.
- Approved reservations may be requested up to 12 months ahead.
- Some fundraisers require an application at least 60 days ahead.
- Holiday rentals and special events may involve additional staffing or other charges.
How to Reserve Smith Springs for an Event
- Choose the space. Identify whether you need a small meeting room, a larger club room, gymnasium or another approved area.
- Estimate guest numbers. Explain seated attendance, activities, children, catering and any planned equipment.
- Choose your dates. Include a backup date. Check whether your event can be accommodated during or outside normal building hours.
- Call 615-862-8420. Ask for available spaces, current rental charges and capacity limits.
- Request the usage permit. Metro Parks’ regional community center permit can be requested and completed using the approved submission method.
- Disclose special requirements. Discuss vendors, food service, decorations, inflatables, security, admission charges and fundraising.
- Submit the application. Metro’s permit guidance allows reservation requests in person or by email, subject to approval.
- Pay the required deposit. Under the published policy, the first hourly rental charge serves as a nonrefundable deposit.
- Pay the remaining amount. The published deadline is at least three business days before the scheduled event.
- Complete setup and cleanup. Include both within the approved rental time and leave the space in its original condition.
Important Rental Rules
- Alcohol, illegal drugs and weapons are prohibited inside Metro community centers.
- Smoking is not permitted inside the facility.
- Outside decorations and brought-in equipment must be removed.
- Party planners and certain special equipment providers may need $1 million liability coverage.
- Fundraising, commercial uses and large events may need special approvals or additional staffing.
- Cancellation refunds generally require at least three business days’ notice and exclude the nonrefundable first-hour deposit.
Map & Directions to Smith Springs
Smith Springs Community Center
2801 Smith Springs Road
Nashville, TN 37217
First-Time Arrival Tips
- Use the complete Nashville address rather than searching only for “Smith Springs Park.”
- Check the specific gym, pool or program schedule before traveling.
- Ask staff where to check in for registered youth activities.
- Allow extra arrival time for special events and busy programs.
- Ask about accessible entry, parking and accommodation needs when necessary.
- For rentals, confirm loading, decorations and early setup arrangements.
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Quick Checklist Before Visiting
- Confirm the building’s operating hours for your day.
- For swimming, ask which pool activities and lanes are available.
- For gym use, check the current open gym and sports calendar.
- Choose the correct fitness day pass, ten-visit pass or monthly pass.
- Confirm age restrictions and enrollment for youth programs.
- For dance classes, verify the provider, tuition and session dates.
- For rentals, ask about the actual room, capacity and current fee.
- Budget for deposits, lifeguards, staffing and insurance when applicable.
- Keep program or rental confirmations.
- Ask about accessible accommodations if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Smith Springs Community Center located?
Smith Springs Community Center is at 2801 Smith Springs Road, Nashville, Tennessee 37217. The main telephone number is 615-862-8420.
What are Smith Springs Community Center’s hours?
Regular hours are Monday–Thursday 6 a.m.–8:30 p.m., Friday 6 a.m.–7:30 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m.–4 p.m. The center has no regular Sunday opening listed. Pool and class schedules differ.
Does Smith Springs Community Center have an indoor pool?
Yes. The facility includes an indoor swimming pool with locker rooms. Check the official pool schedule and ask about open swim, lessons, lifeguard coverage and any separate fees.
How much does Smith Springs fitness admission cost?
Published adult fitness admission costs $3 daily, $20 for ten visits or $30 monthly. Youth and seniors aged 62 and older have reduced rates of $1.50 daily, $10 for ten visits or $20 monthly.
Does Smith Springs have a gym and walking track?
Yes. Smith Springs Community Center has an indoor gymnasium, indoor walking and running track, fitness center and exercise studio. Availability depends on scheduled activities.
What exercise classes are available at Smith Springs?
Metro Parks lists Boot Camp, dance and Line Dancing among Smith Springs offerings. Other classes may rotate. An individual fitness class is listed at $4, and a ten-class Fit-Card at $40.
Are after-school programs offered at Smith Springs?
Yes. Smith Springs offers youth after-school and summer enrichment opportunities, including NAZA-linked programs for eligible middle-school participants. Confirm current enrollment dates, school eligibility and transportation with staff.
Can I rent a club room at Smith Springs Community Center?
Yes. Metro Parks lists private meeting and club room rentals at Smith Springs. Published regional rates include $35 per hour for a small meeting room and $50 per hour for a large meeting room with kitchen for Davidson County residents, subject to confirmation.
Can the Smith Springs indoor pool be rented?
Metro Parks publishes indoor pool rentals starting at $75 per hour for residents, with a two-hour pool-rental minimum and additional lifeguard charges of $25 per guard per hour. Approval and staffing requirements apply.
How do I reserve Smith Springs for an event?
Call 615-862-8420, confirm available facilities and current rates, complete the Metro Parks community center usage permit, pay the required deposit and follow the remaining payment and facility rules. Standard center reservations require at least three hours.
Official Metro Nashville Resources
- Smith Springs official page, current hours, pool and activity schedules
- Metro Parks activity schedules and regional centers
- Current regional fitness class listings
- Parks rental permits and policies
- Community Center usage permit and rental rules PDF
- Metro Parks NAZA after-school information
- Rejoice School of Ballet classes at Smith Springs
This independent visitor guide is not an official Metro Nashville booking service. Confirm fees, room eligibility, lifeguard availability, schedules and final event approval with Metro Parks.