South Charleston Wv Community Center: Visitor Guide

Operating Hours: Pool, Health Club & Gym

The center publishes separate schedules for each recreation area. Use the relevant row below rather than assuming the whole building has one opening time.

Holiday Closures and Special Hours

Holiday exceptions can change, especially during severe weather or facility maintenance.

For a general explanation of why community recreation centers use separate building, pool and activity schedules, read our community recreation center planning guide.

Daily Admission: Pool, Gym & Health Club

Which Ticket Should You Buy?

Paid instructional classes, private court reservations and event rentals have separate charges.

2026 Membership Pass Prices

The City separates passes by residency. To qualify for South Charleston resident rates, your address must be within the City’s corporate limits. Living elsewhere in Kanawha County does not automatically qualify.

Resident Passes

Nonresident Passes

Other Published Membership Options

Membership Rules

• You must be at least 16 to enter the weight room.
• You must be at least 18 to use the wet/recovery areas.
• Passes are nontransferable and can only be used by the named purchaser.
• All pass sales are final, with no refunds.
• Pass extensions are not offered for bad weather, illness or extended vacations.
• A family generally means a married couple and children younger than 18.
• A dependent child aged 26 or younger may qualify when attending school full-time and living at home; school proof is required.

Indoor Swimming Pool: Schedule & Family Rules

The South Charleston Community Center has an indoor 25-meter swimming pool used for lap swimming, family swimming, lessons and water exercise.

Published Open-Swim Hours

Adult Swim

Lap Lane Age Restrictions

• Age 16+: permitted in designated lap lanes.
• Ages 12–15: a parent must be in the lap lane with the swimmer.
• Age 11 or younger: not permitted in lap lanes.
• Under age 16: not permitted in the pool area during adult class sessions.

Before Bringing Children

1. Select the designated family/open-swim window.
2. Check whether adult classes or private events affect availability.
3. Bring appropriate swimwear and towels.
4. Make sure an adult accompanies younger swimmers.
5. Follow lifeguard instructions and posted pool rules.
6. Call ahead for a large group or a special-access request.

For comparison with another public indoor aquatic facility offering lap swimming and family recreation, see our Newtown Community Center pool guide. Newtown, Connecticut uses separate reservations and pricing.

Health Club Equipment & Recovery Rooms

The Health Club includes cardio and strength-training equipment, with machines identified by the City from Hammer Strength, Arsenal Strength, Prime and Matrix.

Recovery Room Hours

Minimum age: 18 to use the wet/recovery areas. Shirts and appropriate shoes are required in the Health Club.

Fitness Classes: Schedules & Prices

The City publishes group exercise options for different experience levels. Program availability and instructor schedules can change.

Selected 2026 Class Times

Group Fitness Prices

How to Join a Class

Aqua Aerobics: Water Exercise Classes

Water aerobics offers low-impact group exercise for eligible participants aged 16 and older.

Ask whether the class has openings, whether your membership qualifies for discounts, and whether a new session begins soon.

Basketball Gym, Racquetball & Tennis

Open Basketball Rules

• Players must check in at the ticket booth.
• No food, drinks, gum or tobacco in the gym.
• Basketball shoes are required; turf and running shoes are not permitted.
• Games are played to a maximum of 12 points.
• Profane language and disruptive conduct are prohibited.

Racquetball Booking

• One-hour reservation: $4.
• Two consecutive time slots may be requested when available.
• No black-soled shoes on the court.
• If a player is 15 minutes late, the reservation can be reassigned.

Call 304-744-4731 before traveling specifically for racquetball.

Readers looking at other municipal recreation centers with separate sports, pool and fitness access can compare the Warren Community Center facilities guide. Warren is in Michigan and follows different admission policies.

Room, Gym & Pool Deck Rentals

The Community Center rents event spaces for approved meetings, birthday celebrations, organizations and other gatherings.

2026 Published Room Rates

Special Event Rates

Rental Deposit and Setup

Rentals include 30 minutes of complimentary setup. Extra setup time is charged at the relevant hourly rate.

Example Rental Budgets

These examples include only the published hourly rental amount. Extra setup time, special equipment or additional services may increase the final total.

How to Book an Event

Little Creek Park Picnic Shelter Rentals

The Community Center also handles reservations for the eight picnic shelters at nearby Little Creek Park.

Shelters differ in size and proximity to playgrounds or athletic fields. Reserving a shelter does not automatically reserve a ballfield.

How to Choose a Shelter

1. Estimate the number of guests and required seating.
2. Decide whether you need access to a playground or athletic area.
3. Review the available shelter pictures and layout.
4. Call the Community Center to confirm date and shelter availability.
5. Check permitted grills, decorations, electricity and cleanup rules.
6. Pay the required rental charges through the approved City process.

Registration, Payments & Refunds

For classes and memberships, the City publishes the following registration instructions:

Before Registering

• Confirm the program has an available opening.
• Ask whether the advertised fee includes all sessions.
• Check age restrictions and required equipment.
• Bring any needed residency documentation.
• Read refund and cancellation rules before payment.
• Keep your registration receipt.

The City’s RecDesk facility catalog can help identify spaces, but it currently warns that online registration is unavailable. Do not assume that a facility calendar entry is an active online checkout or confirmed reservation.

Location, Parking & Directions

How to Get There

1. Enter 601 Jefferson Road, South Charleston, WV 25309 in your navigation app.
2. Use the main Community Center entrance unless staff provides event-specific instructions.
3. For a pool party or private event, confirm the appropriate arrival area.
4. Allow extra time during tournaments and large gatherings.
5. Visitors needing accessible entry should contact the front desk beforehand.

Common Visitor Mistakes to Avoid

For another municipal facility where pool access, fitness admission, youth programs and rentals have separate policies, our Matt Dishman Community Center visitor guide provides a useful comparison. That facility is located in Portland, Oregon.

Before You Leave Home

• Confirm the activity-specific schedule rather than general building hours.
• Choose the correct pool, gym, health club or combination admission.
• Bring proof of eligibility if seeking a resident, senior or military rate.
• Check whether children can use the desired pool or court area.
• Bring basketball shoes for open gym.
• Bring a yoga mat for yoga/Pilates.
• Verify registration requirements for exercise classes.
• For room rentals, prepare event details and the required deposit.
• Call before holidays, severe weather or special events.
• Keep payment and booking confirmations.

Official Sources & Final Steps

Use the City’s primary resources below to confirm the final schedule, purchase a pass or request a facility reservation.

• Community Center General Information & Hours
• Resident and Nonresident Pass Prices
• Indoor Swimming Pool Hours and Fees
• Health Club Rates and Equipment
• Basketball, Racquetball and Tennis
• Fitness Class Timetable and Walk-In Rates
• Water Exercise Registration and Fees
• Room, Gym, Activity Deck and Shelter Rentals
• City Recreation Facility Catalog

Independent visitor guide, researched using City of South Charleston information in October 2026. Not affiliated with the City or its Recreation Department. Hours, fees, class schedules and rental conditions may change. Confirm important details directly before traveling or paying.