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Gym, playground, basketball court and pool offering workout classes and weight training.
The aquatic facilities at Kempsville Recreation Center include a warm-water lap pool, an activity pool with various play features and a current channel, and a hot tub. While specific temperatures in degrees are not publicly listed, the lap pool is described as warm-water, indicating a comfortable heated environment for swimming, and the hot tub is maintained at a significantly higher temperature for relaxation.
What are people saying (AI review summary)? text: "Visitors say this recreation center has a great walking track, pool, and gym with a variety of equipment. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, and the affordable prices for memberships.\n\nSome reviews mention the facility can be crowded." language_code: "en-US"
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Accepts Credit Cards
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Accessible Entrance
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May 23rd, 2025Big web 45
OMG FAM! Came swimming with some of my hot twink friends and the pool drains were spooky to say the least. The pool was really warm and fun to swim in. The facility was super clean and the staff was really kind towards us. Definitely coming back!!
September 12th, 2025Candy
I have not been impressed with this recreation center. I’ve been bringing my two-year-old to the pool, and each visit has been stressful due to the attitude of some of the staff. As a 42-year-old and currently pregnant, I do not appreciate being spoken to in a harsh or unfriendly manner when I am carefully supervising my daughter and ensuring she follows the rules. The lifeguards often come across as more militant than approachable, which makes the pool experience unpleasant. A more welcoming and respectful environment would go a long way toward making families feel comfortable here. In addition, the gym is very small, and much of the equipment is either limited or not working properly. For a newer facility, this is disappointing. Considering this is the busiest recreation center in Virginia Beach, it really should have been built larger to accommodate the demand. I truly hope the staff can adopt a friendlier, more considerate approach in the future. If not, we will likely explore other options for a more positive and family-friendly experience.
December 17th, 2024Michele Gordon
I had my graduation dinner at the center, and we were able to decorate, have food, and enjoy. The staff was very gracious, making sure you had everything you needed. Thank you, Kempsville Rec, such a beautiful facility.
July 30th, 2025Michael Lagos
Just a heads up to parents that expect to use the daycare it’s barely opened They use the daycare for birthday parties on the weekend so they don’t have any staff for daycare. A lot of parents use places like this because they have daycare. The pool has so many rules that you don’t even know what’s going on. They block off most of the larger pool for laps and then they micromanage how you do your laps you can only be on the treadmill or any of the elliptical equipment for 30 minutes and it turns off Just a heads up. I wish I would’ve known any of this before I signed up for the year, it is not worth it.
August 31st, 2022D Miles
The Kempsville Rec Center was recently closed for maintenance so the shower heads are new. Great pool and resistance pool to walk as well as the walking track on the second floor. The track is unique because it’s painted different colors for different speeds. Work out room on the first floor. I’m a Marine Corps Veteran so I made sure to take a photo of the sign they posted for free admission to Military members on Fridays…great way to test drive the Rec Center before you decide to become a member.
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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| Monday | 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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