Clayton Community Center: Hours, Programs, Rentals & Map

Clayton Community Center Hours

The Town of Clayton publishes the following regular building hours for the community center and its indoor walking track.

Outdoor Court Hours

The court expansion behind Clayton Community Center is listed as open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily. These hours apply to the outdoor court area, not the indoor community center.

Check current activity schedules before making a special trip, particularly when planning gym sports.

Membership Fees & Daily Admission

Membership is free for people who live within Town of Clayton limits. Visitors from outside town limits can purchase an annual membership or use a non-resident daily pass.

What Does Membership Include?

• Access to the indoor walking track during permitted times.
• Use of eligible fitness equipment and member recreation amenities.
• Open gym participation when an appropriate court is available.
• Access to the game room and other eligible member activities.
• Opportunities to enroll in separately priced classes and programs.

Resident or Non-Resident: Check Before Paying

A Clayton mailing address does not automatically mean town residency. Some Clayton ZIP-code addresses are in unincorporated Johnston County, outside Town of Clayton boundaries.

The town uses municipal boundaries and residency documents to determine eligibility for its free membership rate. Bring an updated driver’s license or proof of address, such as a utility bill.

Indoor Facilities & Outdoor Sports

The community center opened in 2010 and provides approximately 32,000 square feet of recreation space. Its indoor and nearby outdoor facilities support different kinds of visits.

Outdoor Court Inventory

For bocce ball and shuffleboard equipment, members can visit the community center front desk during its normal business hours.

Programs, Classes & Seasonal Activities

Clayton Parks & Recreation offers activities for children, adults and older residents. Programs vary with the season, so enrollment dates and class schedules should be checked against the current program guide.

How to Register for a Program

1. Choose the activity. Decide whether you want a fitness class, sports league, youth activity, art class or seasonal camp.
2. Check age and residency rules. Identify the participant’s age group and whether a resident or non-resident price applies.
3. Review the current program guide. Open the Town of Clayton Programs & Events page and find the current seasonal guide or relevant program category.
4. Find the exact session. Check its date, start time, location, registration window, cost and available places.
5. Complete registration. Visit the official Clayton Parks registration portal, sign in or create an account and select the available activity.
6. Keep your confirmation. Save the receipt and any class instructions, including arrival information and required equipment.

How to Join Clayton Community Center

The town requires community center membership enrollment in person. You can register during the center’s normal operating hours.

1. Check where you live. Confirm whether your residence is inside Town of Clayton municipal limits. A Clayton mailing address by itself is not sufficient.
2. Prepare proof of residency. Bring an updated driver’s license and a utility bill or other acceptable residency document. Contact the center if you need to confirm acceptable identification.
3. Visit the front desk. Go to 715 Amelia Church Road during regular building hours.
4. Complete membership registration. Staff will help register the participant and verify the correct residency category.
5. Pay if required. Eligible town residents receive free membership. Non-residents age 11 and older pay the published annual price of $50.
6. Receive your membership access. Keep your membership card and ask staff about the walking track, gym and fitness-area usage rules.

Membership Rules for Children

• People under age 18 must have a parent or guardian visit the community center to register them.
• Children younger than 11 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• Individual memberships are available for ages 11 and up; children age 10 and younger have free admission under the published fee policy.
• Cards are for the assigned member and cannot be transferred or loaned.
• Memberships expire one year after activation and require renewal.

Review official membership policies and updated prices →

Clayton Community Center Rental Rates

The center rents gymnasium space, activity rooms and other approved areas around its programming schedule. Residents and non-residents generally pay different rates.

The following hourly prices are listed in the Town of Clayton’s public fee information. They are useful for budgeting, but confirm the current quote and applicable requirements before signing a rental agreement.

Rates are in USD. Scoreboard use requires an eligible gym rental. Minimum rental periods, staffing, equipment, setup requirements and other charges must be confirmed with Parks & Recreation.

Example Rental Budgets

Good Questions to Answer Before Requesting a Space

• What is the event type: birthday gathering, meeting, class, sports practice or private celebration?
• How many people are expected, and what room capacity is required?
• Do you need tables, chairs, a specific room layout or sports equipment?
• Does the event include food, decorations, vendors or amplified sound?
• Will setup and cleanup require additional rental time?
• What deposit, cancellation rules, supervision or staffing charges apply?

How to Rent a Room or Gym: Step by Step

Clayton’s rental process involves a request form and staff review rather than assuming a room is instantly bookable online.

1. Choose the correct space. Select a classroom, game room, gymnasium or other eligible facility based on the planned activity.
2. Plan at least 30 days ahead. Prepare your preferred date, alternative dates, start and end times, setup time and estimated attendance.
3. Get the official forms. Open the Town of Clayton Community Center page and locate the Room Rental Form and Room Layout Form.
4. Complete the request. Provide the organizer’s contact information, event details, requested room, event date, hours and layout needs.
5. Submit to the rental contact. Send the completed forms to Joni Hubble-Zeneberg at jzeneberg@townofclaytonnc.org, or contact the center about in-person submission.
6. Wait for review and pricing. Staff will assess scheduled programming, availability, policies and relevant charges.
7. Finalize the reservation. Complete any required agreement and payment through the town’s approved process. Keep the written confirmation before inviting guests or arranging paid vendors.

Renting Outdoor Courts or Athletic Fields

For tennis, pickleball, bocce and shuffleboard facility requests or athletic field rentals, use the separate athletics rental process rather than assuming that the indoor room form applies.

The town publishes an Athletic Facility Rental Request form covering specified court and field locations. Completed requests can be submitted through the Parks & Recreation athletics process at athletics@townofclaytonnc.org.

Outdoor court blocks, staffing arrangements and availability may differ from ordinary public play. Ask before planning a tournament or large group event.

Clayton Community Center Map & Directions

Practical Arrival Tips

• Use the community center’s street address for navigation rather than the separate Clayton Community Park field address.
• For your first membership visit, arrive with proof of residency and allow time at the front desk.
• If attending a class, check whether the listed meeting place is the community center or another town recreation facility.
• For gym sports, confirm the activity schedule before traveling.
• If reserving a room, ask staff about entrances, unloading, accessibility and available parking arrangements for your event.

Choose the Right Visit

Other Community Centers Worth Comparing

If you are researching recreation memberships or facility rentals in different U.S. communities, these published guides provide useful comparisons.

• Greater Plymouth Community Center, Pennsylvania — compare indoor fitness, aquatic programs, day passes and community-room rentals.
• Salem Community Center, Ohio — explore recreation facilities, swimming, memberships and event rental arrangements.
• Olathe Community Center, Kansas — compare family recreation, pools, fitness facilities, admission and rental options.

These are separate facilities in other states. Their prices, hours and policies do not apply to Clayton, North Carolina.