Visit Woodland: Gym, Youth Activities, Rentals & Directions
Woodland Community Center is a City of Houston recreation facility at 212 Parkview Street, Houston, TX 77009. It offers an indoor gymnasium, a meeting room, recreation programming and access to nearby Woodland Park sports facilities.
Visitors can check scheduled recreation activities, ask about free play, enroll in eligible youth programs or request an after-hours facility rental through Houston Parks and Recreation.
Information reviewed October 29, 2026. Program hours, holiday arrangements and gym availability can change.
Woodland Community Center Hours
The Houston Parks and Recreation reservation listing provides the following fall building schedule.
| Day | Published Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Thursday | 1:00 PM–9:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM–8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Summer schedule: Houston’s community center directory separately lists Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM–8:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM–2:00 PM and Sunday closed.
Regular building hours do not guarantee that the gym, meeting room or a particular activity is available for drop-in use. Organized classes and scheduled programs may occupy these spaces.
Facilities at Woodland Community Center
Standard gym available for scheduled recreation and approved after-hours rentals.
Indoor meeting space with a published capacity of up to 30 people, subject to reservation approval.
Woodland Park has an outdoor basketball pavilion for recreational use, subject to local conditions and bookings.
Lighted tennis courts are listed among the adjacent park amenities.
The nearby park offers a lighted sports field. Organized use may require a separate reservation.
Houston Parks and Recreation provides seasonal enrichment activities and supervised programs at participating centers.
Woodland Park and the community center are related facilities, but they are not interchangeable for booking purposes. Ask staff whether your activity uses the indoor building, a court, the sports field or another permitted area.
Programs, Open Gym & Youth Activities
Woodland participates in City of Houston recreation offerings. These may include gym-based free play, youth enrichment and seasonal activities. Available sessions depend on staffing, registration and the current recreation calendar.
Adult Free Play
A published 2026 Woodland Freeplay activity lists these session times:
| Monday–Friday | 1:00 PM–3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Published activity period | January 5–December 21, 2026 |
This is a program-specific schedule, not a guarantee that unrestricted gym access is available at every listed time. The activity listing identifies adult participants, so confirm eligibility and the specific sport before visiting.
After-School Enrichment
Houston Parks and Recreation operates an After-School Enrichment Program for children ages 6–13 at participating community centers. The City describes this as a free program featuring recreation, educational enrichment, sports and other supervised activities.
Ask Woodland staff whether the current session has space and which documents, emergency contacts or guardian information are required. School-year dates and pickup arrangements can change.
Summer Enrichment Program
The City’s 2026 Summer Enrichment Program listed:
- Ages: 6–13 years.
- Dates: June 8–August 14, 2026.
- Daily hours: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM on scheduled program days.
- Published cost: $30 per child per week, with applicable exemptions under program rules.
- Possible activities: sports, games, arts, recreation and scheduled field trips.
How to Find and Register for a Program
- Choose the program type: free play, after-school enrichment or summer enrichment.
- Call Woodland at 713-867-0401 to confirm an active session.
- Ask about participant age, fees, dates, available places and required identification or forms.
- Open the official Houston recreation registration portal.
- Search for Woodland or the program name, review the correct session and complete the required enrollment steps.
- Keep the enrollment confirmation and ask staff about attendance, pickup and cancellation policies.
Families comparing recreation choices elsewhere in the city can also read the Alief Community Center recreation and youth-program guide, which covers a different Houston municipal facility.
Woodland Community Center Rental Fees in 2026
The City of Houston’s rental fee schedule effective January 1, 2026 classifies Woodland as a Level II Community Center. Fees depend on the space, approved event classification, whether the event ends by 7 PM and the rental duration.
The rates below are from the City’s published 2026 fee schedule. They are not confirmation that a requested room or event date is available.
| Rental Type | Nonprofit | Commercial |
|---|---|---|
| Level II building, first 3 hours, out by 7 PM | $140.99 | $194.70 |
| Level II building, first 3 hours, out after 7 PM | $174.55 | $214.84 |
| Building, each additional hour or fraction | $33.56 | $40.27 |
| Meeting room up to 30, first 3 hours, out by 7 PM | $53.71 | $107.42 |
| Meeting room up to 30, first 3 hours, out after 7 PM | $73.85 | $127.56 |
| Meeting room, each additional hour or fraction | $13.42 | $20.14 |
| Room cleanup/setup | $20.14 | $20.14 |
| Building cleanup/setup | $47.00 | $47.00 |
Gymnasium Rental
Woodland appears in the City’s standard gymnasium rental category:
- $10.73 per 30 minutes.
- $21.46 per hour.
- Sports activities only, with no food, beverages or street shoes permitted under the posted gym rental conditions.
View the official January 2026 community center rental fee PDF.
How to Reserve Woodland Community Center
- Define your event. Decide whether you need the meeting room, gymnasium or another space. Record the event date, start/end times, estimated attendance and activity type.
- Check capacity. The published meeting-room maximum is 30 people. Contact staff before planning an event close to this limit.
- Confirm the proposed date. Call the Woodland center at 713-867-0401 to ask about scheduling restrictions and availability.
- Open the City reservation system. Go to the official online facility reservations page.
- Select the rental category. Choose the appropriate community-center rental option, then find Woodland Community Center.
- Enter event information. Provide the event description, approximate attendance, preferred dates and other requested details.
- Review the quote. Check rental hours, cleanup fees, deposit and any applicable security requirements.
- Complete payment and approval. Follow the City’s payment deadline and keep the permit or final reservation confirmation.
If the City requires security for your event, its facility instructions also describe a separate confirmation process for an approved peace officer. Ask the center manager which conditions apply before paying.
For help comparing booking rules across different types of public facilities, see the community recreation center fees and reservations guide.
Location, Parking & Accessibility
| Street address | 212 Parkview Street, Houston, TX 77009 |
|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Near Northside / Woodland Heights area of Houston |
| Telephone | 713-867-0401 |
| woodland@houstontx.gov | |
| Accessibility | City facility listing identifies ADA compliance. |
| Parking | No reliable on-site public parking capacity was confirmed. The booking system displays a parking-capacity value of zero, which should not be interpreted as a guarantee that parking is unavailable. |
| Transit | Check Houston METRO’s current trip planner for stops and routes serving the Parkview Street area. |
The adjacent Woodland Park also has outdoor recreational amenities. If you are attending an organized game or event, confirm which entrance and facility your organizer has reserved.
Woodland Community Center Map
Use 212 Parkview Street, Houston, TX 77009 as the destination. Confirm you have selected the Houston facility, not another Woodland Community Center in a different state.
Map provided for orientation. For live routes, road closures and transit directions, use your navigation service.
What to Check Before Leaving Home
- Gym visit: Ask whether open gym or free play is scheduled for your age group.
- Children’s program: Confirm enrollment, guardian information, pickup arrangements and session dates.
- Meeting-room rental: Check the 30-person capacity and the after-hours booking requirement.
- Gym rental: Ask about athletic footwear, permitted sports, equipment and cleanup.
- Event planning: Request an itemized rental quote, including deposit and any required security.
- Accessibility: Discuss any specific access or accommodation needs with staff before the event.
- Travel: Check the correct street address and available parking or public transport.
For another example of a Houston center combining recreation and a public library, the Kendall Neighborhood Library and Community Center visitor guide explains the separate services and schedules.
Woodland Community Center FAQs
1. Where is Woodland Community Center in Houston?
Woodland Community Center is at 212 Parkview Street, Houston, TX 77009. It is operated by Houston Parks and Recreation.
2. What is the Woodland Community Center phone number?
Call 713-867-0401 for facility hours, recreation programs, gym availability and rental information.
3. What are the fall hours at Woodland Community Center?
The facility-specific reservation listing gives Monday–Thursday 1 PM–9 PM, Friday 12 PM–8 PM, Saturday 10 AM–2 PM and Sunday closed. Other City listings differ, so call to confirm before visiting.
4. Does Woodland Community Center have an indoor gym?
Yes. The City lists a standard gymnasium that supports scheduled recreation and approved rentals.
5. Is there free play at Woodland Community Center?
A published 2026 adult freeplay activity lists Monday–Friday 1 PM–3 PM and Saturday 10 AM–2 PM. Contact the center to confirm availability and eligibility for your intended date.
6. Does Woodland Community Center offer youth programs?
Houston Parks and Recreation provides after-school and summer enrichment programs for children ages 6–13 at participating centers. Contact Woodland about current sessions and enrollment.
7. Can I rent Woodland Community Center for an event?
Yes. Its standard gymnasium and meeting room are available for approved rentals, subject to scheduling and City requirements. Rentals are generally unavailable during normal building hours.
8. How much does the Woodland meeting room cost?
Under Houston’s 2026 Level II fee schedule, a meeting room for up to 30 people costs $53.71 for a nonprofit or $107.42 commercially for the first three hours when the event ends by 7 PM. Additional charges and other time-based rates may apply.
9. How far in advance must I reserve Woodland Community Center?
The official reservation listing states that requests must be made at least 21 days ahead and payment is due within seven days of the initial request.
10. Is Woodland Community Center accessible and is parking available?
The City lists the facility as ADA compliant. A reliable current parking-space count was not established; contact 713-867-0401 about available parking and specific accessibility needs.
Compare Another Community Facility
If your priority is a larger indoor fitness facility, pool programs or paid admission options, the Matt Dishman Community Center guide explains those services at a Portland facility. Its fees and programs are separate from Houston’s.
Official Information & Final Contact
Woodland Community Center
212 Parkview Street
Houston, Texas 77009
Telephone: 713-867-0401
Email: woodland@houstontx.gov
Use the Houston Parks and Recreation center directory for official contact details, the City reservation portal for bookings and the active program registration system for enrollment.
Reviewed October 29, 2026. Rental fees reflect the City’s January 1, 2026 schedule. Building hours, programs and booking requirements may change.