East Boulder Community Center: Plan Your Swim, Workout or Event
East Boulder Community Center at 5660 Sioux Drive offers indoor pools, fitness facilities, a gymnasium, sports programs and reservable event spaces. Before visiting, choose your activity: the building, lap pool, leisure pool, open gym and rentals all follow different rules.
East Boulder Community Center Hours & Contact
The city publishes the following regular facility hours. These include time for building operations, not unrestricted access to every pool, gym or room.
| Day | Facility Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 5:45 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:45 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:45 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:45 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:45 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7:45 AM – 4 PM |
| Sunday | 7:45 AM – 4 PM |
Facility Contact
East Boulder Community Center
5660 Sioux Drive
Boulder, Colorado 80303
Phone:
303-441-4400
Operated by:
City of Boulder Parks & Recreation
Parking: On-site parking available.
Facility hours can be changed for holidays, maintenance or emergencies.
Pool Hours Are Different
| Area | General Scheduled Hours |
|---|---|
| Pool area, Monday–Friday | 6 AM – 9 PM, subject to activity schedules |
| Pool area, Saturday–Sunday | 8 AM – 3:30 PM, subject to activity schedules |
| Hot tub | Typically follows pool operations |
| Steam room | Typically follows pool operations; weekday cleaning 2–2:30 PM |
| Gymnasium | Scheduled open-gym periods and programs |
Day Passes, 10-Visit Passes & Membership Fees
A day pass works well for a single swim or workout. Frequent visitors can compare a 10-visit Boulder Explorer pass against monthly or annual memberships.
Daily Entry
Single-day city recreation-center admission.
Older Adult Entry
Published older-adult single-day rate.
Youth Entry
Published youth single-day rate.
Daily Entry and 10-Pack Comparison
| Visitor | Daily | 10-Pack Standard | 10-Pack Resident |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult 18–59 | $15 | $139 | $129 |
| Older adult 60+ | $11 | $99 | $89 |
| Youth 2–17 | $9 | $79 | $69 |
| Group daily, four admissions, max two adults | $32 total | — | — |
The Boulder Explorer 10-Pack is valid for two years from purchase, with transfers permitted within the same age category under city rules. Check the maximum usage and cancellation conditions before purchasing.
2026 Recreation Center Membership Prices
| Category | Resident Annual | Resident Monthly | Nonresident Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult 18–59 | $756 | $72 | $945 |
| Older adult 60+ | $567 | $54 | $709 |
| Youth 2–17 | $453 | $43 | $567 |
| Household up to five | $1,209 | $115 | $1,499 |
| Youth plus guardian, annual only | $999 | — | $1,249 |
| Older-adult couple, annual only | $999 | — | $1,249 |
Nonresident monthly prices: $87 adult, $65 older adult, $52 youth and $139 household. Additional qualifying household members beyond five require staff assistance and extra fees.
Which Pass Should You Buy?
- One-time visit: Buy a daily admission.
- Several occasional visits: Compare the 10-Pack with individual entries.
- Frequent workouts or swimming: Consider monthly or annual membership.
- Family visiting together: Compare the group daily rate with individual admission.
- Need a reserved court: Check separate reservation charges before buying a membership.
How to Buy Admission
- Choose an activity.Check whether the pool, gym or class you want is available on your selected day.
- Choose your admission type.Daily, 10-Pack or recreation-center membership.
- Prepare residency information.If using a resident-priced membership or 10-Pack, have appropriate proof of eligibility.
- Visit the front desk or official account system.Request your chosen admission and complete payment.
- Confirm activity access.Ask about scheduled pool or gym time and any separate registration or reservation.
East Boulder Community Center Pool Schedule
The aquatic facility has a 25-yard lap pool, a warm-water leisure pool, a lazy river, a water slide, a hot tub and a steam room. Lap swimming, family swim, adult wellness and lessons have different schedules.
25-Yard Lap Pool
Eight lap lanes are shown on the city’s current schedule. Some lanes are reserved for Boulder Aquatic Masters or team activities, so the number of public lanes changes throughout the day.
Leisure Pool & Water Slide
Family open-swim opportunities include afternoon, evening and weekend periods. Lessons or aquatic fitness can temporarily reduce the available swimming area.
Family Open-Swim Times
| Day | Published Leisure Open Swim |
|---|---|
| Monday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–1 PM and 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–1 PM and 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–3:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–3:30 PM |
These are the city-published recurring leisure-pool sessions. Pool sections may be restricted during instruction, and sessions can be changed without advance notice.
Adults-Only Warm-Water Wellness
| Day | Published Wellness Periods |
|---|---|
| Monday | 6–8 AM; 9 AM–4 PM; AquaYoga 8–9 AM |
| Tuesday | 6–9 AM; 1–4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–8 AM; 9 AM–4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6–9 AM; 1–4:30 PM |
| Friday | 6–8 AM; 9 AM–1 PM |
| Saturday | 8–9 AM |
| Sunday | 8–10 AM |
Warm-Water Wellness is intended for ages 18 and older. It is generally self-directed rather than an instructor-led class, except where a scheduled class is specifically listed.
Swimming Safety and Pool Restrictions
- Children under age six must have an adult in the water within arm’s reach.
- Children under six and their accompanying guardians must use the required wristbands.
- The slide has a minimum rider height of 48 inches.
- Pool access changes during lessons, water aerobics and organized swimming.
- Bring your own towel; do not depend on complimentary towel service.
- Check the current schedule if your trip depends on the slide, lazy river or a particular lap lane.
Gymnasium, Fitness Room, Climbing Wall & Outdoor Recreation
East Boulder is designed for more than swimming. Visitors can use fitness equipment, scheduled open gym, sports programs and nearby outdoor recreation spaces.
Fitness Area
Strength and cardio equipment is available under eligible admission. Drop-in fitness and wellness classes follow their own program calendar.
Gymnasium
Open recreation and organized activities can include basketball, volleyball, pickleball, badminton and futsal. The specific activity changes by schedule.
Climbing Wall
A small bouldering wall is located within the fitness area. Ask the front desk for access instructions and applicable safety restrictions.
Outdoor Park
Adjacent East Boulder Community Park provides outdoor recreation, courts, fields, paths and open space. Park amenities have different reservation requirements from indoor programs.
How to Check Court Availability
- Decide between drop-in and reserved play.Free court availability and guaranteed reserved time are different.
- Check the correct sport.Open basketball and racket sports have separate schedules.
- Check any reservation requirement.Outdoor court lighting and certain court use may require a reservation.
- Bring appropriate equipment.Ask whether balls, paddles or other items are supplied.
- Check in before play.Follow posted court rules and activity-specific instructions.
Fitness Classes, Child Watch & Older Adult Programs
Program access depends on current schedules, age eligibility and whether the activity is drop-in or requires registration.
Group Fitness
Fitness and wellness classes may include yoga, dance fitness, aquatic exercise and other instructor-led sessions. Confirm class entry rules and timing.
Child Watch
East Boulder offers Child Watch for eligible children ages 2–10 during limited scheduled weekend periods. Age-based stay limits and availability rules apply.
Age Well Services
The East Age Well Center is associated with the facility and serves older adults. Its activities and services have separate operating arrangements.
How to Find a Program
- Choose the participant’s age group.Select youth, adult, family or older-adult activities.
- Open the recreation activity links.Find the latest classes and program listings from Boulder Parks & Recreation.
- Check the correct location.Not every Boulder class takes place at East Boulder Community Center.
- Review the cost.Determine whether general admission includes the session or whether separate registration is required.
- Complete registration if needed.Use the official city program process and retain confirmation.
East Boulder Community Center Rentals & Prices
The city normally offers meeting rooms, a ballroom, specialty recreation rooms and gym space. However, the official rental page currently warns that events cannot be hosted at the facility in 2027 because of renovations. The prices below are useful for eligible bookings outside the affected period, subject to actual availability.
| Rental Space | Resident / Hour | Nonresident / Hour |
|---|---|---|
| Small room category | $44 | $55 |
| Large meeting room | $71 | $88 |
| Specialty recreation space | $84 | $105 |
| Half gymnasium | $55 | $68 |
| Full gymnasium | $120 | $145 |
| Ballroom | $275 | $300 |
| Kitchen | Additional surcharge | |
Ballroom and Meeting-Room Capacity
East Boulder Ballroom
Maximum published occupancy: 175. The ballroom faces south toward the Flatirons and can be divided into three smaller sections.
Generally offered evenings and weekends when available. Staffing and kitchen charges may apply.
Flagstaff & Eldorado Rooms
Maximum published occupancy: 40 per room.
These meeting rooms are separate and cannot be combined into one larger space. They are normally available evenings, weekends and selected weekday times.
Possible Extra Staffing Costs
| Staffing Type | Published Hourly Charge |
|---|---|
| Seasonal or temporary staff | $24.50 |
| Standard operations staff | $40 |
| Management staff | $61 |
| Outside normal operating hours | 2× applicable multiplier |
Additional custodial and event-specific expenses may apply. A quoted base room price is not necessarily the total booking amount.
Birthday Party Packages & Pool Parties
The city’s published birthday package combines a private meeting room with shared recreation access. It does not include exclusive use of the entire swimming pool or gym.
Birthday Package
Published eligible resident package price.
Birthday Package
Published nonresident package price.
What’s Included?
- Two hours of exclusive use of either the Flagstaff or Eldorado meeting room.
- Shared use of the leisure pool and gymnasium during the event when scheduled access permits.
- Up to 20 participants included in the listed package.
- Extra guests may be charged the applicable day-admission fee.
- Optional extra meeting-room time may be charged at the normal hourly rate.
How to Request a Room, Party or Gym Rental
For dates when events are permitted, Boulder uses a citywide recreation-center rental request form. The form requires the request to be submitted at least two weeks before the event.
- Check the renovation restriction.Confirm that your requested year and date are eligible for event rentals.
- Select the space.Decide between a meeting room, ballroom, birthday package, half gym or full gym.
- Count all participants.Include guests, organizers, staff and children when evaluating capacity.
- Review the base price.Check resident status and allow for staffing, equipment or custodial charges.
- Open the official rental form.Select East Boulder Community Center as the event location.
- Enter contact information.Provide applicant name, address, phone and email.
- Describe the event.Supply its purpose, expected attendance, preferred date, time and facility requirements.
- Submit at least two weeks early.Allow time for staff to assess scheduling and event approval.
- Review the terms.Read the relevant room or birthday-party disclaimer before confirming payment.
- Wait for approval.Keep the confirmed booking and payment instructions; an inquiry alone is not a reservation.
Upcoming Renovations: What Visitors Should Know
Boulder’s long-term recreation-center improvement project includes a deep energy retrofit and building upgrades at East Boulder Community Center.
2026
Design work and preparation for Age Well wing renovations are underway. The March 2026 annual maintenance closure has already ended.
2027
Construction is anticipated on the Age Well portion of the building. The center states that it cannot host events during 2027. Recreation operations and room access may be affected as work progresses.
The project covers building infrastructure, energy-efficiency improvements and related facility upgrades. The city has indicated further work on the recreation-center side is in design during 2027.
East Boulder Community Center Map & Parking
Address & Navigation
East Boulder Community Center
5660 Sioux Drive
Boulder, CO 80303
The center is in southeast Boulder next to East Boulder Community Park, with access to nearby recreation fields, paths and outdoor spaces.
Open Google Maps ↗Parking & Arrival
On-site parking is available. The city identifies accessible facilities, restrooms and paths. Use marked accessible spaces where eligible and follow any event-related restrictions.
Bike racks are available near the facility entrance.
Before You Go: Practical Checklist
Swimming
- Check the current leisure or lap pool schedule.
- Bring towels and swimwear.
- Review rules for children under six.
- Check the slide height requirement.
- Bring a lock for valuables.
Fitness & Sports
- Confirm open-gym or class availability.
- Choose a day pass or membership.
- Bring suitable athletic shoes.
- Check equipment and supervision rules.
- Ask whether court reservations cost extra.
Parents & Families
- Check family open-swim times.
- Compare individual and group admission.
- Confirm Child Watch availability if needed.
- Supervise children according to facility rules.
- Allow time for check-in.
Event Organizers
- Verify 2027 renovation restrictions.
- Choose the right room capacity.
- Check the full cost including staffing.
- Submit rental requests in advance.
- Wait for written confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where is East Boulder Community Center located?
It is located at 5660 Sioux Drive, Boulder, Colorado 80303, next to East Boulder Community Park.
2. What are East Boulder Community Center hours?
Regular facility hours are Monday through Friday, 5:45 AM to 9:30 PM, and Saturday and Sunday, 7:45 AM to 4 PM. Specific activity schedules vary.
3. How much does a daily pass cost?
Published daily admission is $15 for adults ages 18–59, $11 for adults age 60 and older, and $9 for youth ages 2–17. A four-entry group pass costs $32.
4. Does East Boulder Community Center have an indoor pool?
Yes. It has a 25-yard lap pool and a leisure pool with warm-water features, lazy river and water slide. Pool schedules differ from building hours.
5. When is family open swim available?
The published schedule lists evening sessions on weekdays, additional morning and afternoon sessions on Tuesday and Thursday, and daytime open swim on weekends. Check the live pool schedule for changes.
6. Does the center have a gym and fitness equipment?
Yes. East Boulder offers a fitness area, gymnasium, scheduled sports, classes and a small bouldering wall. Drop-in times can change.
7. How much does it cost to rent the gym?
The published full-gym rate is $120 per hour for residents and $145 for nonresidents. Half-gym rates are $55 resident and $68 nonresident per hour, subject to availability.
8. Can I host a birthday party at East Boulder Community Center?
The city publishes birthday packages for eligible dates at $250 for residents and $300 for nonresidents. It currently states that events cannot be hosted at the facility during 2027 because of renovations.
9. Is there a hot tub and steam room?
Yes. The hot tub and steam room generally operate when the pools are open. The steam room closes from 2 to 2:30 PM Monday through Friday for cleaning.
10. How do I reserve a room or gym?
Check the official East Boulder rental page for the relevant space and event restrictions, then submit the City of Boulder recreation-center rental request form at least two weeks before an eligible event date.
Official Sources & Information Updates
Independent visitor guide. Information reviewed October 2026 from City of Boulder Parks & Recreation pages. Fees, pools, programs, renovations and rental availability can change.
- East Boulder Community Center official facility page
- City recreation center daily entry and membership fees
- Live East Boulder lap, leisure and wellness pool schedules
- East Boulder room rentals, gym pricing and birthday packages
- Official facility rental request form
- Recreation center renovations and future facility plans
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