Norpoint Community Center: Hours, Programs, Rentals & Map

Norpoint Community Center Hours: Updated July 2026

Parks Tacoma changed its community center operating hours effective July 1, 2026. This newer schedule replaces older PDFs and directory listings that may still show Sunday access.

Pool hours, fitness classes and drop-in sports can end before the building closes. Holiday schedules, tournaments, private rentals and maintenance can also affect access.

The center’s annual maintenance closure took place September 21–27, 2026. This scheduled closure has passed, but future maintenance and holiday notices still need to be checked before visiting.

Admission & Membership Fees: 2026 Rates

Parks Tacoma introduced its updated Center Pass prices on January 1, 2026. Prices depend on age and whether your home address is inside the park district.

In-district pricing is not simply a Tacoma mailing address

Parks Tacoma explains that eligibility depends on whether your property lies within its park district boundaries. These boundaries are not identical to Tacoma city boundaries. If unsure, check your property details through the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer.

What a Center Pass does not automatically include

• Paid private or small-group specialty classes.
• Optional Gherkins pickleball club memberships.
• Special events requiring separate tickets or enrollment.
• Private room or gymnasium rentals.
• Activity-specific add-on passes and programs.

Is a membership worth buying?

An in-district adult paying $10 per day would spend $40 on four visits. The $35 monthly Center Pass would cost less for those four visits, assuming the activities are included. Out-of-district adults paying $45 monthly should compare their expected number of visits in the same way.

For a practical breakdown of day passes, age-based admission, class fees and activity schedules across different facilities, see our community recreation center fee and visitor-planning guide.

Indoor Swimming Pool, Spa & Sauna

Norpoint has an indoor pool offering lap swimming, recreation swimming, water exercise and swimming lessons. Its aquatic amenities also include an adult spa and a dry sauna, subject to current schedules and safety rules.

Pool rules families should understand

• Children age six and younger must have an adult in the water swimming with them during designated family areas.
• Designated Tot Zone sessions are intended for young children and their supervising adults.
• Lap lanes are for continuous swimming, not general pool play.
• The adult spa is for ages 18 and older.
• Children under age ten must have an adult in the family spa; spa use is discouraged for children age six and younger.
• Follow lifeguard instructions, posted pool rules and swim-test requirements where applicable.

For another detailed example of how indoor pool schedules, fitness passes, lap swimming and family swimming work within a public recreation facility, consult our Matt Dishman indoor pool and fitness visitor guide.

Swim Lessons: Age Groups & Registration

Parks Tacoma offers swimming lessons at Norpoint, including parent-and-baby, parent-and-toddler, preschool, school-age, teen and adult classes.

Current October 2026 listings show both weekday afternoon lessons and Saturday sessions. The exact age range depends on the individual class, not just the program category.

How to register for swim lessons

1. Open the official Parks Tacoma swimming lessons page.
2. Filter the available classes by Center at Norpoint.
3. Select the correct participant age and swimming skill level.
4. Check the start date, class duration and number of remaining spaces.
5. Choose the required class and open registration.
6. Sign in or create a Parks Tacoma ActiveNet account.
7. Enter the participant details and complete required acknowledgements.
8. Review payment, cancellation and refund terms.
9. Finish registration and retain the confirmation.

Important: waitlisted classes are not the same as confirmed enrollment. Do not assume a place is reserved until the official system confirms it.

Gym, Basketball, Pickleball & Fitness Activities

Norpoint offers indoor basketball, pickleball, racquetball, group exercise and other recreation. The gymnasium is also used for scheduled events and rentals, so availability is not continuous.

Current open-gym basketball timetable

The open-gym program lists free admission for visitors age 18 and younger. Adults age 19+ pay $3 per drop-in session or participate with a qualifying Center Pass.

Pickleball

Norpoint offers drop-in pickleball and is associated with Parks Tacoma’s Gherkins pickleball program. Open-play times, membership options and player fees are separate from ordinary gym basketball sessions.

Parks Tacoma states that existing Center Pass members receive a $10 monthly discount on qualifying Gherkins membership. Ask whether you need the additional membership before planning a regular pickleball schedule.

Group fitness

Norpoint has a fitness center and regularly scheduled group classes, including yoga, dance-oriented sessions and other instructor-led exercise. Many fitness classes operate within the 2026 reduced building hours.

Use the facility’s current fitness timetable rather than relying on an earlier monthly calendar that may have different weekend times.

Senior Programs, Teen Activities & Community Events

Norpoint provides activities for different age groups, with some programs offered through scheduled registration rather than ordinary drop-in access.

Upcoming late-2026 events

Event registration requirements and participation fees vary. The November 26 Turkey Trot should not be taken as evidence that the entire community center will be open for ordinary recreation on Thanksgiving.

For a comparison of community wellness classes, aquatic programs and family recreation membership structures, see our Newtown Community Center memberships and programs guide.

Event Spaces & Rental Prices at Norpoint

The Center at Norpoint has meeting and party rooms, a gymnasium, and the larger Margaret McCormick Social Hall for weddings, gatherings, receptions and other approved events.

Available rental spaces

Published prices vary by day and rental rate year. The social hall can be split into two sections, while gym rental fees depend on the type of activity. Final room setup may reduce maximum occupancy.

Published 2025–26 standard hourly rates

Possible deposits and add-ons

• Social Hall cleaning fee: $185.
• Social Hall refundable damage deposit: $500.
• Kitchen use: $60/hour plus $50 kitchen cleaning fee.
• Audiovisual equipment: $95 flat fee.
• Alcohol-related service fee: $100, where applicable.
• Separate alcohol deposit: $250 for the Social Hall.
• Additional security charges may apply for events serving alcohol.
• Room 101 and 105 list a $100 damage deposit.

For the Margaret McCormick Social Hall, a four-hour rental minimum applies. Smaller meeting rooms generally have a two-hour minimum Monday–Thursday and a four-hour minimum Friday–Sunday.

Room rentals are permitted outside regular community-center operating hours in approved circumstances. Parks Tacoma provides rental monitors for these events.

How to Book a Norpoint Rental: Step by Step

1. Choose the type of space. Identify a meeting room, gymnasium, half Social Hall or full Social Hall.
2. Estimate guest attendance. Include seated guests, staff, performers or other event participants when planning the layout.
3. Select dates. Choose a preferred date and a backup.
4. Review the rates. Check the listed rate year, hourly minimum, deposit, cleaning fee and relevant add-ons.
5. Open the official rental page. Select the facility-specific inquiry form.
6. Enter contact and event information. Provide name, organization if relevant, phone, email, rental times, attendee count and planned activities.
7. Disclose special requirements. Explain food service, kitchen needs, audiovisual equipment, accessibility requests and any alcohol plans.
8. Submit the inquiry. Parks Tacoma states that the rental team normally responds within three to four business days.
9. Review the contract. Confirm deposit deadlines, setup and cleanup windows, staffing, cancellation policies and insurance requirements.
10. Complete official payment. Do not treat an inquiry form as a confirmed reservation.

Rental contact: 253-404-3980 for Social Hall and meeting-room inquiries. Gym rental inquiries may be handled through 253-305-1060.

For an example of how another public recreation facility separates pool events, meeting rooms, gym bookings and member benefits, consult our Shakopee Community Center rental and activity guide.

Parking, Accessibility & Directions

Center at Norpoint
4818 Nassau Avenue NE
Tacoma, WA 98422
Phone: 253-404-3900

The facility is located in Northeast Tacoma, serving nearby neighborhoods and families from the Browns Point area and surrounding communities.

Parks Tacoma’s Social Hall rental listing identifies approximately 200 parking spaces and describes the center as ADA accessible. Parking availability can be more limited during large events or overlapping rentals.

What to know before arriving

• Use the Nassau Avenue NE entrance address in navigation.
• Allow extra arrival time for membership checks and pool changing.
• If visiting for a rental, verify where guests should enter.
• Ask staff about accessible entrances, parking and activity accommodations.
• Confirm pool or class schedules before leaving home.
• For major events, ask whether other facility activities will affect parking.

Financial Assistance & Registration Support

Parks Tacoma provides financial assistance for qualifying City of Tacoma residents when cost is a barrier to recreation participation.

Financial assistance may help with eligible center memberships or other qualifying activities, but approval, available funds and eligibility depend on the current program.

How to apply

1. Open Parks Tacoma’s official financial assistance page.
2. Read eligibility and program coverage requirements.
3. Gather the required household information and documents.
4. Complete the application using the available official method.
5. Wait for confirmation before assuming a discount applies.
6. Ask customer service to confirm your final membership or class charge.

Some eligible health insurance plans also provide third-party payment arrangements for community-center membership.

First-Time Visitor Checklist

• Confirm the center address: 4818 Nassau Avenue NE.
• Use the operating hours effective July 1, 2026.
• Do not plan ordinary Sunday recreation at Norpoint.
• Check the pool timetable for lap swimming or family swim.
• Bring suitable swimwear and towels if swimming.
• Check adult spa age and safety restrictions.
• Choose the right day pass or monthly Center Pass.
• Ask about district-based pricing eligibility.
• Check open gym sessions before arriving for basketball.
• Verify pickleball membership and class charges separately.
• For swimming lessons, choose the correct age and skill level.
• For rentals, check the rate year, deposits and minimum hours.
• Confirm events, holiday closures and maintenance announcements.