Eastern Henrico Recreation Center
Available to rent, the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center is a beautiful 25,773 square foot building with a variety of programming spaces and rooms. You will find a spacious ballroom for private events, a full-sized gymnasium, a classroom, and a fitness area for staying in shape through group exercise classes or individual workouts.
EHRC Fitness Center
Access to the Fitness Center is available to Henrico Residents (16+) who register at the recreation center. Those who wish to purchase an access pass must complete the Fitness Access Application, PAR-Q, and sign the Fitness Center Access Agreement. Participants begin with a two-week trial and if they choose to continue, a yearly fee is applied to the account. Those with access passes to the fitness center also receive unlimited participation in age-appropriate fitness classes offered at EHRC for no additional charge. Please call or visit EHRC for more details.
Facilities include:
- Weight room with cardiovascular and strength training machines as well as free weights
- Group exercise studio for structured group exercise classes and/or personal use
- Locker rooms with private shower stalls
- Outdoor running/walking trails that total .80 mile
- Football field with a track (.25 mile) and a soccer field
EHRC Sprayground Guidelines
- Sprayground intended for 12 and under with adult supervision
- Water flow is activated by a motion sensor (15 min timer)
- Running is prohibited
- Food, drinks, and glass containers prohibited in sprayground
- Water shoes and swimwear recommended
- Swim Diapers required if not toilet-trained
- Pets are not allowed in sprayground
- Skating and cycling are not allowed in sprayground or playground
Get Wet, Have Fun, & Be Safe
*Please note: The surface area around the playground can get very hot on sunny days-be sure to wear shoes or sandals!
Business & Fitness Center Hours
Monday-Thursday: 8am-9pm
Friday: 8am-8pm
Saturday: 8am-5pm
Sunday: 1-5pm
Rental & Program Hours
Monday-Thursday: 8am-10pm
Friday & Saturday: 8am-11pm
Sunday: 1-10pm
Sprayground Hours
Open Memorial Day weekend through the end of September, 9am-7pm each day.
Basketball
Concession
Exercise Trail
Hiking/ Nature Trail
Open Play Area
Picnic Shelter
Play Equipment
Private Rental
Recreation Center
Restrooms
Soccer/ Football
SpraygroundRecreation Programs held at Eastern Henrico Recreation Center
Fitness Class Schedule for Eastern Henrico Recreation Center
View a complete list of Recreation programs and register online.
Registration is required in advance for all programs with a fee.
Open Gym Schedule
If you are interested in participating, please come to the rec center so we can create your Access Pass keycard. Participants or parent/legal guardian will be required to sign a liability waiver provided on site on a yearly basis for each Open Gym they plan to attend. Open Gym will not be held on county-observed holidays or when other programs are scheduled. Dates and times subject to change. All Open Gym programs are free.
Open Gym Basketball – Mon, 6-8pm
Ages 9-12. Henrico residents only.
Pickleball for All – Tue, 6-9pm & Sat, 11:30-2:30pm
Ages 12+. Ages 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Badminton – Fri, 6-8pm & Sun 1-4:30pm
Ages 12+. Ages 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Table Tennis – Sat, 3-5pm
Ages 12+. Ages 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Teen Basketball – Sat, 9-11am
Ages 13-17. Henrico residents only.
Adult Basketball – Thur, 6-8pm
Ages 30+. Henrico residents only.
Senior Open Gym – Fri, 8:30-10:30am
Ages 40+.
Senior Pickleball – Tue & Thur, 8:30am-noon
Ages 50+.
The facility has numerous rooms available for rent:
- Strawberry Hill Ballroom: 125 (maximum capacity)
- Glen Echo Gymnasium: 150 (maximum capacity)
- Randolph Classroom: 40 (maximum capacity)
The site also includes a full-size caterer’s kitchen and a patio.
The parking lot has the capacity for 276 vehicles.
- EHRC Facility Reservation Guide
- Facility Reservation Application (Individual)
- Facility Reservation Application (Organization)
Fitness Center Application Packet
Park Map
Program Registration
Track
Walking Trail
Fitness Center
Sprayground
There are no upcoming events at this time.
