Charles Houston Recreation Center

Address:	901 Wythe St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
Phone:	+1 703-746-5552
Site:	charleshoustonrec.com
Rating:	4.1
Working:	9AM–9PM 9AM–9PM 9AM–9PM 9AM–9PM 9AM–9PM 9AM–6PM 1–5PM

Location

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daniphantom911

One of the receptionists is very rude. I had called earlier and spoke with the most delightful lady over the phone about the amenities at Charles Houston, so when I stopped by in person for more information, I was shocked when the receptionist treated me with suspicion (as though I werent a resident of Alexandria), and then tried to sell me a fitness membership. The other source of concern is the lack of spaces open to the community for free. If this is a community center and not a private institution, why is everything priced, and overpriced at that? This is the first community center Ive seen that isnt actually open to the community.

sharona peterson

The pool is small. You may not eat in the pool area, so if you have little ones be prepared for that. When you check-in to go to the swimming pool the reception is rude and slow... Im assuming that she doesnt appreciate people coming to the swimming pool. Some of the guards recognized kids from the previous year and I thought that was really impressive. The guards here seem to stay on task and watching the pool and there are multiple guards at One time. It is a great, little place to cool off here in old town

Newbold Newbolt

Have been involved and also volunteered at numerous Senior Centers . The director made me feel like I was under investigation for a crime when I meet with her to join . Made me very uncomfortable in a place that was to help newcomers feel welcome . This place did not show any signs of diversity.I went over to St Martins and Loved it . So now I have to travels miles away to enjoy a day out .

Serena Benz

They have a soft play room for babies/toddlers that costs $5 for Alexandria residents and $10 for non-residents. I highly recommend it. There is a parking lot for the rec center so you dont have to deal with parking on the street.

Genevieve Dewaele

we usually use the pool on weekdays. Twice my sunglasses got stolen, and once my car got badly scratched. Otherwise it is a good place to go.

Thomas Arnold

Basketball court is often in use by after school care or other activities. Not a reliable place to play.

Telma Gazio

Great gym for the kids to play from M - W. Good soft play room and playground.

Leo Cruz

Great community center with lots of activities and nice little childrens pool.

R. S. Snurpus

Very nice employees, the only problem is they wont let you pay monthly.

Michael Foutz

Went here for a birthday party and had a good time. Clean and safe