The Pentagon Athletic Center (PAC) is located within the Pentagon and each requires registration for access. The PAC personnel can assist you with gaining access by encoding your common access card (CAC) for active duty military, reservists and authorized DoD civilians. If there are periods of no use, you'll have to register again but it can be restored in a matter of minutes. There is no charge for use for active duty personnel, retirees and dependents with access.
Towels are offered here in the event you forgot yours. As always, wipe down the equipment before and after use to keep the cooties away. There are male and female shower and locker rooms and a single locker room where anyone can use it. A standalone shower and toilet exist in this space and you can lock the door is you're using it.
The larger gender specific locker rooms have lockers for same day use. Locks are cut if left on for a prolonged period of time. People are courteous and do give you space if you're changing clothes. For all that is sacred, please wear shower shoes when walking about. It's all fun and games until your foot picks up the crud.
Personnel are visible cleaning and replenishing items. Soap dispensers are in the showers and the other amenities are well maintained. Filtered water refill stations are located on each floor. The sanitizing wipes are staged throughout and plenty of hand sanitizer stations too. You just have to use them! I really like that if you have a smart device, you can sync it to the equipment to record your workouts.
Workout class schedules are available in digital and paper copy. There are rotating competitions and events to keep people engaged in meeting their fitness goals. Coordination with a trainer is available by appointment. There is a pool on the premises. It's currently undergoing maintenance and repair but should be re-opened soon.
Many of the different branches of service will reserve spaces or equipment when conducting their physical fitness tests/assessments (PFA). Be respectful and use items that don't have signage to allow members to do their PFA without distractions and delays.
Having a gym where you work is definitely a bonus. You just have to go! Depending on the area of the building you work, it can be a hike. read more