Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center

Overview

• Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center is a modern, multi-purpose public recreation facility offering a wide range of leisure, fitness, and aquatic activities. It features pools for swimming, diving, exercise, and play, alongside gyms, fitness areas, studios, and multipurpose rooms.
• The overall atmosphere is community-focused and vibrant, designed as part of a public-private partnership in Silver Spring’s Central Business District. It provides an inclusive space for all ages, with social areas, a culinary kitchen, and proximity to urban amenities, fostering recreation, health, and social gatherings in a welcoming, accessible environment.

Features & Amenities

• Aquatic Facilities: Pools supporting general swimming, low-level diving, aquatic exercise, play, training, and lessons (detailed in separate Aquatic Center section).
• Fitness Center: Equipped with exercise and weight training equipment; lockers and showers available (users must bring their own lock).
• Gymnasium: Spacious area for sports, games, and open gym sessions (schedule available).
• Movement and Dance Studios: Dedicated spaces for classes, dance, and movement activities.
• Multipurpose Activity Rooms: Including Art Room, Activity Rooms, Conference Room, Game Room, and more for various programs.
• Social and Community Spaces: Community Lounge, Social Hall with Warming Kitchen (culinary arts kitchen), and Cafe for gatherings and events.
• Other Amenities: Public use spaces, Senior Center on-site, play areas, and transportation services.
• Rentable Spaces: Meeting rooms, activity rooms, gymnasium, and social hall available for reservation.

Services

• Recreation Programs: Typical leisure activities, fitness classes, aquatic lessons, training, and teaching.
• Open Gym and Schedules: Open gym times listed in PDF schedule (e.g., November-December 2025).
• Senior Programs: Dedicated Senior Center with specialized activities.
• Memberships: Available for access (details via county recreation memberships page).
• Facility Rentals: Rooms and spaces for events, meetings, and private use; book via email or phone.
• Transportation: On-site transportation services for accessibility.
• Additional Offerings: Potential classes in dance, art, games, and community events; calendar for full programming.

Pricing

• Pricing information not detailed on the page. Memberships, admissions, and rental fees are referenced via external links:
  • Visit Memberships page for access costs.
  • Rental inquiries: Contact rec.bookings@montgomerycountymd.gov or 240-777-6980.
  • No specific sauna, pool, or activity pricing listed; likely standard county recreation rates apply.

Location & Hours

• Address: 1319 Apple Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20910.
• Phone: 240-777-6900.
• Operating Hours:
  • Monday - Friday: 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.
  • Saturday - Sunday: 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
• Conveniently located in Silver Spring’s Central Business District; public-private partnership with Housing Opportunity Commission and Lee Development Group.

Notes

• Unique Aspects: Developed through a public-private partnership, blending government resources with private development for a high-quality community hub. Features a Senior Center and transportation services, enhancing accessibility. Adjacent to notable landmarks like the Dominique Dawes Statue. Emphasizes inclusivity with diverse spaces for fitness, aquatics, arts, and social events. No dedicated sauna mentioned, but showers in fitness center support post-workout recovery. Ideal for families, seniors, and fitness enthusiasts seeking affordable, comprehensive recreation in an urban setting.