Goodman Community Center: Hours, Programs, Rentals & Map

Quick Facts: Address, Phone and Hours

Opening Hours: Campus vs Fitness Center

The fitness center has earlier access for members. First-time visitors buying a membership or drop-in pass should go to the Ironworks front desk during regular staffed campus hours.

Closures

The center publishes closures for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the following Friday, and December 24 through January 1. Snow and severe weather may also cancel services.

Choose the Right Service

Fritz Food Pantry: Free Grocery Assistance

The Fritz Food Pantry at Ironworks serves community members who need food. It provides a changing mix of fresh produce, eggs, dairy, meat and dry goods. Goodman states that everyone is welcome and no preregistration is required.

How to shop at the pantry

1. Choose a pantry session. Go on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday during the listed shopping window.
2. Use the dedicated pantry entrance. At 149 Waubesa Street, follow signs to the pantry door near the basketball courts.
3. Follow the entry lottery. Numbers are handed out ten minutes before opening. Visitors already present enter the lottery; later arrivals join in arrival order.
4. Shop for groceries. Tell staff about dietary needs. Product availability changes with donations and supply.
5. Arrive before closing. Goodman asks shoppers to arrive at least 15 minutes before the session ends.

Food and personal-care donations may be delivered to the Ironworks front desk during general business hours, which are different from pantry shopping hours.

Lussier Fitness Center: Prices and Membership

The Lussier Fitness Center provides a self-service exercise space with cardio machines, strength equipment, free weights and exercise accessories. It does not provide on-site personal trainers or equipment instruction.

These are published fitness access prices. Other Goodman services do not automatically require a gym membership.

What is available?

• Cardio machines, including treadmills, bikes and rowing equipment.
• Strength-training machines, dumbbells, barbells and related equipment.
• Workout accessories, mats and resistance equipment.
• Locker rooms and showers.
• Early fitness access for members using their issued access credentials.

Joining in three steps

1. Choose a pass. Compare age-based rates and membership duration.
2. Visit Ironworks reception. Purchase the membership or day pass while the front desk is open.
3. Follow access rules. Members use their issued access fob; bring a personal lock for lockers and follow posted safety rules.

Older Adult Meals and Activities

Goodman offers community activities for adults 50+, while the weekday lunch program is specifically for people ages 60 and older.

How to attend lunch

1. Call ahead for your first meal. Use 608-204-8027. Reservations are also required when bringing more than one guest.
2. Mention transportation needs. Goodman can discuss the transportation option when you reserve.
3. Go to Ironworks. Lunch is served at noon in Bolz Rooms A + B.
4. Ask about ongoing participation. Returning individuals generally do not need daily reservations unless bringing additional guests.

Other activities for adults 50+ include discussions, books, movies, social gatherings, games, fitness and wellness. Individual activity times should be checked against the current calendar.

Preschool, 4K, After-School and Teen Programs

Goodman’s educational programs serve children and young people at different stages. Participation depends on eligibility, openings, dates and the relevant enrollment process.

Before applying

• Check the child’s age or grade eligibility.
• Confirm the program’s current enrollment window.
• Ask about fees, possible assistance and waitlists.
• Review transportation, drop-off and pickup arrangements.
• Prepare parent or guardian contacts and required forms.

Goodman’s 4K partnership with the Madison Metropolitan School District may have registration requirements different from ordinary after-school activities.

Room Rentals: Capacity, Costs and Reservations

Goodman has meeting rooms, event spaces and larger rooms for ceremonies, receptions and celebrations. Choose your space based on the actual guest count and layout—not simply the advertised maximum occupancy.

What will a rental cost?

Room rates depend on the venue, timing and rental requirements. Goodman provides room-specific pricing rather than one universal hourly rate. Budget for your full access period, including setup and cleanup.

How to reserve a room

1. Select the event space. Use the official room directory to compare capacities and room features.
2. Prepare event details. Include date, alternate dates, guest count, event type, setup/cleanup requirements, AV and catering needs.
3. Submit an inquiry. Open the official reservation form and complete the required contact and event fields.
4. Review the response. Goodman says its hospitality team normally follows up within three to five days about availability.
5. Review the contract and payment terms. Check the deadline stated in your Room Use Contract and arrange payment to confirm the reservation.
6. Share the exact location. Tell attendees the correct Ironworks or Brassworks building, room name and address.

Lead time: Goodman recommends at least two weeks for small events, about one month for larger events and often about one year for weddings.

Rental Rules You Should Know

Cancellation and refunds

For standard room rentals other than weddings, cancellations at least 14 days before the event are generally refunded minus a $25 administration fee. With fewer than 14 days’ notice, room fees are not refunded. Wedding contracts have separate terms.

Ask staff to confirm whether deposits, staffing charges or other booking-specific conditions apply.

Outdoor Areas and Splash Pad

Goodman’s campus includes a splash pad, an outdoor green, a gymnasium and a direct connection to the Capital City Bike Trail.

Children should be supervised and dressed appropriately for water play. Outdoor access can change because of maintenance, events or weather.

Location, Parking and Directions

Goodman is in Madison’s Atwood neighborhood near the Capital City Bike Trail. The Ironworks and Brassworks buildings are about a block apart.

Where can you park?

• Ironworks lot: Limited spaces. Park only in marked stalls; keep fire lanes and designated accessible/older-adult spaces clear.
• Brassworks lot: Reserved for Kipp employees on weekdays from 8 AM to 5 PM. Goodman visitors may park outside those restricted hours.
• St. Bernard’s church lot: Goodman guests may use designated yellow-marked spaces, with entrances on Corry Street and Atwood Avenue.
• Street parking: Possible on Waubesa, Corry, St. Paul and surrounding streets, subject to posted restrictions.

Visitors arriving by bus should check Madison Metro’s current routes and service alerts. Cyclists can use nearby bike connections.

Compare More Community Center Options

Goodman is a nonprofit community center that combines education, food assistance and recreation. The guides below show how other community recreation facilities manage public access, memberships and activity schedules.

• Community Recreation Center Guide — compare admission, classes, facilities and program registration.
• Bob Crane Community Center — explore fitness, aquatics, daily admission and rental options at an Ohio municipal facility.
• Warren Community Center — compare a Michigan recreation facility’s pools, activities and memberships.

These are informational comparisons in other states, not nearby alternatives in Madison.

10 Frequently Asked Questions

Official Links and Before-You-Go Checklist

• Campus addresses, hours and contact
• Food pantry information
• Fitness membership and prices
• Older-adult activities
• Children and teen programs
• Event rooms and capacities
• Room reservation instructions
• Parking restrictions and options

Information reviewed: October 2026. Hours, programs, prices and rental rules may change.