East County Community Center: Hours, Programs, Rentals & Map

East County Community Center Hours

These are the County’s published regular indoor center hours. Holiday schedules, staffing, facility maintenance and special events can change public access.

Contact Information

Free RecFit Passes & Fitness Fees

Montgomery County Recreation’s RecFit program provides fitness access at participating community recreation centers. The County’s published 2025 policy offered free RecFit passes to qualifying County residents.

What Does RecFit Cover?

• Fitness-room equipment at participating recreation centers.
• Selected drop-in basketball, volleyball and pickleball sessions.
• Game-room activities such as table tennis, where available.
• Use of other participating Montgomery County recreation centers, subject to rules and schedules.

Not included: RecFit does not cover admission to Montgomery County aquatic centers. Swimming passes and registered specialty classes may require separate payment.

How to Apply for a Resident RecFit Pass

1. Visit a County recreation center. East County staff can explain current pass enrollment.
2. Bring proof of residency. The County accepts a valid photo ID showing your address or a photo ID with a current utility bill.
3. Have a photo on file. A photo is required for the pass account.
4. Request the resident RecFit pass. Confirm the current annual renewal requirement.
5. Ask about access. Check whether the fitness room or desired drop-in sports session is currently available.

For a broader explanation of municipal recreation passes, paid classes and gym access, see our community recreation center admission and membership guide.

Outdoor Pickleball, Futsal & Open Court Schedule

The official East County facility page publishes the following fall, winter and spring outdoor sport court schedule.

Outdoor Track & Court Rules

• The official page lists the outdoor track as open during its posted operating period, Monday through Sunday.
• Scheduled pickleball and futsal have priority over other sports on designated days.
• Players must leave a designated area when an authorized County program begins.
• The County may reserve courts for school-year after-school programs.
• Summer sport court hours are published separately, ordinarily by May 1.
• Weather and maintenance may affect outdoor use.

How to Plan a Pickleball Visit

1. Choose Monday or Wednesday under the published fall/winter/spring schedule.
2. Check that the seasonal outdoor schedule is still applicable.
3. Ask whether a County program has reserved the court.
4. Bring appropriate paddles, balls and footwear.
5. Respect player rotation and scheduled-activity priority.

For an example of how another public center manages pickleball, basketball and fitness sessions, read our Coleman Park Community Center sports and fitness guide.

Gymnasium, Fitness Room & Other Facilities

East County Community Recreation Center offers several indoor spaces. The available area depends on whether a program or rental is already scheduled.

Swimming: East County Community Recreation Center is not listed as a County aquatic center. Visitors looking for pool admission, swimming lessons or lap swimming should use Montgomery County’s separate aquatic facilities.

East County Senior Programs & Nutrition Activities

Montgomery County Recreation’s older-adult program materials identify East County as a location for senior fitness, social programs and nutrition-related activities.

County-Published Senior Program Examples

How to Join a Senior Program

1. Call East County at 240-777-8090 and ask about current Active Adult 55+ or senior programs.
2. Confirm the participant age requirement and activity schedule.
3. Ask whether advance registration or a nutrition-meal reservation is necessary.
4. Check transportation assistance eligibility if needed.
5. Confirm any class fee, meal contribution or required paperwork before attending.

The County’s published recreation guide identifies East County senior-program contact 240-777-8093. Confirm that this remains the correct direct number for the current session.

Recreation Classes, Youth Programs & Events

Montgomery County describes East County as a center offering sports, fitness, dance, music, arts, special events and social activities for multiple ages.

Examples of Program Categories

• Basketball and other indoor sports.
• Pickleball and futsal activities.
• Group fitness and movement.
• Dance and music instruction.
• Visual arts and crafts.
• Youth enrichment and after-school programs.
• Seasonal camps and special events.
• Senior fitness and social programs.

The County’s Winter 2025 program guide, for example, advertised a youth Fashion Boot Camp held on Friday evenings at East County. That past program is evidence of the center’s enrichment offerings, not proof of an active October 2026 class.

How to Register Through ActiveMONTGOMERY

1. Open the official portal. Choose Programs & Activities in ActiveMONTGOMERY.
2. Search East County. Filter by location or the activity name.
3. Review the listing. Check current dates, age requirements, price, instructor and availability.
4. Sign in. Create or use the required household account.
5. Complete registration. Select the correct participant and submit payment if applicable.
6. Save confirmation. Check for a receipt, waitlist status and any required supplies.

Visitors should not confuse free RecFit access with enrollment in a paid class or youth camp. Each activity listing determines its own fee and registration requirements.

East County Community Center Room Rentals

East County lists the Art Room, Community Lounge, Conference Room, Game Room, Gymnasium, Social Hall and Warming Kitchen among its available indoor spaces. Reservation approval and permitted uses are controlled by Montgomery County Recreation.

Which Room Should You Ask About?

What the Published Reservation Agreement Says

• Reservations require County review and approval.
• Short-term rentals cover no more than two reserved dates under the published agreement.
• For short-term bookings, remaining fees and the security deposit are due 30 days before the event under the published policy.
• Long-term reservations may cover three to six months, with separate provisions for qualifying nonprofit recurring bookings.
• Approved payment methods include major credit cards and checks or money orders payable to Active Montgomery.
• County Recreation may inspect or deny applications for stated reasons.
• Beer, wine or champagne service requires additional approval; alcohol is not automatically permitted.
• The responsible renter is liable for damage associated with the approved event.

These conditions come from the County’s March 2022 reservation agreement. Ask for the latest agreement before signing because current terms may supersede that document.

How to Book an East County Room

1. Choose the event. Record the purpose, date, attendee count and preferred indoor space.
2. Call the center. Use 240-777-8090 to ask which room fits and whether your date is available.
3. Ask for the current fee. Confirm hourly rate, minimum booking duration, deposit, staffing and cancellation rules.
4. Open ActiveMONTGOMERY. Choose Facilities and search for recreation center rooms.
5. Select the requested date. Include the setup, activity and cleanup periods.
6. Submit your application. Sign into the appropriate household or organization account and enter the event purpose.
7. Await approval. Do not assume the space is reserved until the County issues the necessary confirmation or permit.

For help comparing quoted room prices, deposits and event requirements, see our community center rental planning and total-cost guide.

Address, Parking, Transit & Map

East County Community Recreation Center
3310 Gateshead Manor Way
Silver Spring, Maryland 20904
Phone: 240-777-8090

Getting There

• The center is in the Fairland area of eastern Montgomery County, near Route 29 and Briggs Chaney Road.
• Use 3310 Gateshead Manor Way as the navigation destination.
• Nearby bus connections serve the Briggs Chaney area; confirm the current transit route and stop before traveling.
• Ask about designated accessible parking, entry and program accommodations if needed.
• For private events, confirm the guest entrance and any parking arrangements with the organizer.

The official facility information does not give a verified exact count of visitor parking spaces, so no parking-capacity figure is claimed here.

Other Montgomery County Recreation Options

East County is one of Montgomery County’s community recreation facilities. Other centers in the eastern Silver Spring and Burtonsville area may be useful when your preferred activity is full or unavailable.

Each center has different hours, room availability and activity schedules. Check the current Montgomery County Recreation listing before visiting a different location.

For a comparison of public fitness amenities, recreation passes and activity-specific hours at another regional center, see our Castle Rock Recreation Center visitor guide.

Before You Visit: Quick Checklist

• Save the correct address: 3310 Gateshead Manor Way.
• Check whether you need indoor center access or the separate outdoor sport court.
• Verify the seasonal pickleball or futsal schedule.
• Bring photo identification and proof of Montgomery County residency if applying for RecFit.
• Confirm fitness-room age and access requirements.
• Do not expect showers at the facility.
• For senior meals or youth programs, check registration requirements.
• For room rentals, confirm the permit, deposit, capacity and approved event use.
• Check holiday closures and special-event changes before traveling.

Official Montgomery County Resources

• East County Community Recreation Center — hours, sport court, rooms and contacts
• County RecFit passes — published eligibility, costs and exclusions
• ActiveMONTGOMERY — program registration and facility reservation portal
• Montgomery County recreation facility rental instructions
• County Recreation reservation policy and responsibilities PDF
• County Recreation guide — classes, senior activities and schedules

Reviewed October 29, 2026. The regular center hours and outdoor court schedule are from the official East County listing. The RecFit fee references are from the County’s published 2025 announcement and rental conditions from its published 2022 agreement; these require current confirmation. Activity schedules, admission rules and reservation availability can change. This is an independent informational guide, not a Montgomery County government website.