Parks and Recreation

Community Centers

Community and Neighborhood Recreation Centers
The Metropolitan Nashville Board of Parks and Recreation operates 23 recreation centers throughout the city. These facilities provide a wide range of programs and services to all members of the community. Our larger community center facilities, including Coleman, East, Hadley and Hartman, offer enhanced amenities and programs as well as extended hours. A year-round priority for our community centers is programming for school-aged children. During the school year, a primary focus of community centers is after-school programming, while during the summer, the focus shifts to our youth enrichment day program. Programs for senior citizens are offered at most recreation center locations, while Elizabeth Center is dedicated solely to serving senior patrons. In addition, programs designed specifically for patrons with disabilities are offered at the Hartman Community Center location.

Fitness Facilities and Programs
Coleman, East, Hadley and Hartman Community Centers offer state-of-the-art fitness centers as well as organized group fitness classes. Membership rates are very reasonable and fitness staff provide individual assistance for all patrons. Daily rates for fitness centers are $1.00 for seniors and teens, and $2.00 for adults. Monthly rates are $15.00 for seniors and teens, and $25.00 for adults. Rates for annual memberships and family discounts can be obtained by calling the center. Additional nominal charges may apply for group classes taught by guest instructors. Other neighborhood centers have fitness rooms and offer informal programs at no cost. Contact any location for information on their fitness programs.

After School and Summer Enrichment Activities
Children can participate in an organized program that includes competitive sports, organized games, cultural arts, environmental awareness, fitness activities and homework help. Sports include softball, track and field, tennis, basketball, volleyball, soccer and flag football. Games such as table tennis, billiards, roller-skating, card tournaments, relay races and table games are also part of the program. Offerings in the area of cultural arts include dance, drawing, music, drama and multi-cultural events. Environmental awareness is focused on through outdoor recreation activities and summer camps, as well as Boy and Girl Scouting programs. Programs emphasize fitness through group exercise classes, walking/hiking groups, and weight training. Each center also schedules time for homework help. Staff and volunteers assist students with their daily assignments in various subject areas. Specific activity information and schedules are available at each recreation center.

Senior Activities and Disabilities Recreation Programs
Most locations offer recreation programs specifically tailored for senior patrons, while Coleman, East, Elizabeth and Hadley Centers have dedicated facilities and specialized staff offering programs and activities exclusively for seniors. Some programs also offer a free lunch service on weekdays. Information on senior programs can be obtained by calling any center location. In addition to offering a full schedule of youth, adult, aquatic and fitness programs, Hartman Community Center is home to our Disabilities Recreation program which provides activities specifically designed for patrons with unique needs. For more information, contact Hartman Community Center.

Operating Hours
Program operating hours vary by location, based on the needs of the local community. However, each center offers after school programming for school aged children and evening programs for older teens and adults.  Some centers also open early in the day for senior programs or pre-school children activities.

For more information on all community recreation programs, contact the staff at any community center location.

Center Address Map Phone
Antioch 5023 Blue Hole Road, 37013 Map 315-9363
Bellevue 656 Colice Jeanne Road, 37221 Map 862-8435
Cleveland North 6th Street at Vernon Winfrey, 37207 Map 862-8444
Coleman Fitness Program 384 Thompson Lane at Nolensville Rd., 37211 Map 862-8445
Easley at Rose Park 1000 Edgehill Avenue, 37203 Map 862-8465
East Fitness Jack & Back 700 Woodland Street, 37206 Map 862-8448
Hadley Fitness Recreation 1037 28th Avenue North, 37208 Map 862-8451
Hartman 2801 Tucker Road, 37218 Map 862-8479
Hermitage 3720 James Kay Lane, 37076 Map 316-0843
Kirkpatrick 620 South 9th Street, 37206 Map 862-8453
Looby 2301 Metro Center Blvd., 37228 Map 862-8454
Madison 510 North Dupont Avenue, 37115 Map 862-8459
McFerrin 315 Berry Street, 37207 Map 862-8458
Morgan Park 411 Hume Street, 37208 Map 862-8462
Napier 73 Fairfield Street, 37210 Map 256-4474
Parkwood 3220 Vailview Drive, 37207 Map 862-8495
Sevier 3021 Lealand Lane, 37204 Map 862-8466
Shelby South 20th St at Shelby Ave, 37206 Map 862-8467
So. Inglewood 1625 Rebecca Street, 37216 Map 862-8452
Watkins 616 17th Avenue North, 37203 Map 862-8468
West 6105 Morrow Road, 37209 Map 862-8469