One of the nicer Fairfax Rec Centers. See pics. I've been to Oak Mont, Providence, Audrey Moore. Amenities: -pool - ranging from 0 to 12 ft deep, has ~10 lanes, during the day though there are often classes or team practice, so best to do lap swimming during the day -locker room - showers, separate family or senior changing rooms (4x) -hot tub -sauna -cardio equipment - treadmill, ellipticals, bikes -indoor track -weight room - dumbbells, machines, squat rack -basketball court/pickleball court -pilates studio - no sure if you have to pay extra but there was a class going on when I looked in -various dance style rooms for classes Where to put your stuff -there are generally a lot of open cubbies throughout the facility -any lockers will require a quarter, you can't use your own lock --wish they would change them to normal lockers -bleachers in the pool area and basketball court -some chairs at the ends of the pool lanes Cleanliness/Overall Experience -dry land (yes I am a swimmer) equipment and areas seem to be pretty clean -swimming - ok if you swim in the early mornings, but lanes are a bit narrow and you will likely have to share. If you are a lap swimmer, it will be tough getting a lane in the evening -locker rooms - eh ok for a public facility like this but expect mold, hair, and other gunk in showers. Definitely lots of room for improvement for shower cleanliness -staff have been warm and helpful -value - their membership does allow you to use all the Fairfax rec centers, so if you do that, then it is a decent value. Still a struggle if you are a lap swimmer like myself. If they could have better cleaning in their facilities and more dedicated time to lap swimmers then it would be an amazing value. read more

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When I was a member at Spring Hill the management was just terrible. They weren't helpful or understanding that a female may not be comfortable that a male lifeguard --and boys age 7+ with their mothers -- would regularly come in the women's locker room. And forget about using the family change room "cabanas" to escape that situation because they had standing water pooled up on the floor and no one wants to walk through dirty water when they take a shower. Then there's the swim teams that take over the pool and all the shouting/echoing from the coaches in such a small natatorium, it was hardly relaxing. Sadly, it was just a very stressful experience. read more

Waste of time. Website doesn't show the correct date that classes are not happening. 15 people showed up with no class. Lack of communication. read more

The Partakes Summer Camp 9-4 at SHRC was understaffed.The kids stand in long lines to jump and run on the floor in very the long lines.They walk across the balance beam on the floor. Kids get board waiting. I observed the swim time and had to intervene and stop 3 girls from holding my granddaughter in the pool, throw her and she told them " STOP". The female camp counselor sat in chair close by looking at this and said nothing. I got up and stopped it. The rules say no touching other campers. They go out to the preschool playground outside. My granddaughter enjoyed small camp size this year and said she didn't want to go back to Dance and Gymnastics camp, " It was boring". read more

I highly recommend this recreation center for the summer camp programs which appear to be well run. What I like most about this facility is that it is generally clean and the staff are helpful. What I think could be better is that the parking lot could be better maintained with respect to removal of tree trimmings. Overall, this is an excellent facility that I recommend for swim instruction and for summer camps. read more

I mainly stay upstairs, exercising with the machines or fast walking/sprinting in the track, which is above the basketball/volleyball/pickleball courts. Everything is clean. If a seat gets torn, it gets fixed. If a machine breaks, it is marked as out of service and quickly fixed. Downside is that young kids sit at machines, blocking me while they stare at their cell phones, doing nothing. I don't use the weight-lifting downstairs, so I probably miss the posing and selfies in the mirrors. Good, positive employees. read more

Both of my kids (7.5 yrs and under 2yrs) just finished their swimming classes here: toddler-and-me and level-2 swim). The facility is in implacable condition and the level of instruction is the best I have ever seen! Don't take my word for it -- check it yourself. read more

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First the positives. Bryna who teaches the adaptive class is an excellent instructor. Front desk staff are friendly and kind. The pool is fine and it's great that it has walk in rails for people with disabilities. Having an elevator in the building makes the pool accessible. The negatives: hot tub isn't ADA accessible for those who are unable to step down inside. The cabana changing rooms are usually covered in a pool of water making the changing rooms high risk for slippage and falls. It is also unsanitary. Instead of having an additional drains right outside the showers there are drains located by the toilet that commingles shower and toilet water. The paper towel bins are shallow and they aren't regularly emptied. During one of several unpleasant experiences , in a cabana bathroom, I noticed a pair of underwear left behind on the toilet rail and a used Depends in the paper towel bin. Additionally, not having a hook to hang dry or wet clothes when changing is very inconvenient for a disabled person particularly if they don't have family assistance in the changing rooms. Suggestions: for Cabana issues: Invest in large sized bathroom trash bins. Install drains near just outside showers Install hooks outside shower stalls just as the regular shower stalls have. Please improve hot tub so that it is ADA compliant. read more

Spring Hill RECenter - Someone's underwear left in the bathroom. Same bathroom different day. - Recreation Centers Near Me - McLean, Virginia

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I've been coming to the Spring Hill RECenter to lift for years. The fitness center features two levels: the upper level houses a variety of different machines and cardio options, as well as an indoor track. The bottom level houses the racks and dumbbells. This gym contains everything I need for a good lift although there are only two racks so depending on the time of day it may be difficult to secure one. The reason I'm docking two stars off is because of the staff. Don't get me wrong, some of them are super sweet and welcoming. But the others are so rude and honestly even kind of sassy. There have been numerous instances where staff have yelled at me mid-lift to dress code me, tell me I can't do hip thrusts?, or (formerly) to put on a mask. One lady literally started a conversation genuinely seeming like she wanted to know me - she's seen me around for a while, wanted to know my background - only to dress code me LOL. My outfits are literally standard gym fits. Maybe the gym just has stricter rules than other ones but I genuinely feel anxious of getting in trouble again because it seems there's so many random rules only in place at Spring Hill. read more

This place is has rude workers who enforce a non existent mask "mandate" in 2021 the manger and other workers yelled at me for no reason even though I was a paying customer (with a vaccination card) safe to say i won't return and I suggest everyone should steer clear from this rec. read more

I made a reservation to play basketball in the gym cause I was told to do so in order to get into the basketball gym. But by the time I got there, they told me I cannot play even though I made a reservation because there are "too many" people playing there. But there are clearly empty spots showing up on the website. Obviously they found rejected one people out is easier. Then what's the point of making a reservation? I am pretty sure whoever is reading this comment can find a better gym. Stay away from this place. read more

Spring Hill RECenter - Recreation Centers Near Me - McLean, Virginia

Alright let's get it out of the way with the possibility of sounding snobby, a public pool is a public pool, it will always have that funny smell, and you may find some glob of hair floating in your lane, but with that being said Spring Hill is the best public pool in Fairfax and possibly Northern Virginia. I've swam in a few pools in the public rec centers and this one is the cleanest, has the least smells, and the clearest water. There are always a few classes going on, but I've never had a problem finding a lane, and the people that come there to swim don't use it as the ol' watering hole like some other pools *cough*Providence*cough* but use it as a lap pool which is exactly what I want and use it for as well. So this is the best pool, for cheap access to the water to do your laps. I only use this facility for its pool, I belong to another gym, but the gym seems pretty accommodating too. Mostly senior citizens there, so the free weights are always available. read more

Spring Hill RECenter - Recreation Centers Near Me - McLean, Virginia

Another place visited just for the pool - children's swim classes actually. By the time we registered, it was the only RECenter left that offered a class at the time that I wanted. The classes and intructors were pretty good but with Providence and Oak Marr being must closer to me, I wouldn't drive out to McLean to just to use this facility. I don't really have any complaints for this place, it is just not as convenient for me. Spring Hill Recreation Center is a 44, 062 square foot facility that houses a heated indoor 25-Yard by 25-meter swimming pool with ramp and two one-meter diving boards, a poolside spa, beach and wading areas, saunas, and locker rooms with showers. On the Main Level - the preschool classroom, a mezzanine with an overlook to the pool and a huge dance studio. On the Lower Level - a Racquetball/Walleyball court with glass back walls, a multi-purpose activity room, a Fitness Room featuring a FitLinxx Circuit, and more. read more

The new renovations have made this place great. The gym is large and equipped very well. Also, the basketball court and track are nice.

Old caucasian bearded man was so rude and unprofessional with my son during his first swim pee wee paddler II class. He put his arm around my son on his shoulder and said, "well, you signed up for this class - LISTEN TO ME, I'm talking". There was a young hard haired male and a caucasian female with another pee wee paddler I class. The male told my son to "get out of the water and leave" because he said he wasn't ready to submerge his mouth as soon as he got in the water. My son ran back to me crying. I just got my older son out of the pool and said we were done for the day. They weren't even in the water for 5 whole minutes. Anne from the front desk said I was unable to get a refund because the program manager wasn't present? She suggested I email him. I said I wanted a refund as the instructors were incapable and the class inadequate. She got flustered and then handed me paperwork to file the refund in-person. She finally tells me that they can't fully refund me because I attended the class...She kept complaining that this wasn't the appropriate manner of processing a refund. So it probably "wouldn't work, just so you know". Of course it worked. Then it came time to swipe my card for the refund but I was going to use apple pay. She said "don't remove the card until you're prompted too". I agreed. I went to tap my apple pay against the kiosk and then was prompted to use my face ID to allow the tap. I bring my phone up off the kiosk to unlock my apple pay and she literally screams DONT REMOVE IT! I immediately told her she shouldn't be yelling because she didn't understand what I was doing. She immediately changed the subject, ignored me and continued to finish processing my refund. She had a teen long dark haired girl behind her who seemed to be shadow training because she was silent. So I asked her name (because why would she be in charge of training customer service reps with her demeanor) and she declined. I reminded her that she has the responsibility to share her first name with me since Im entitled to report this experience to her boss. She then said, "Anne". I left and will never be back. Why would any of these people be hired to work with or around people and especially children? This place is a joke. read more

Springhill was an excellent facility pre-covid, very well staffed and offered wonderful fitness classes. It is now deserted and the front office staff does not have any information on the fitness classes and could not offer any assistance whatsoever. They are prompt at making you pay for passes etc but there appears to be no management of the facilty and a lot of good teachers seem to have left the center. The physical premises are pristine, but, are underutilized and are not serving the community around. read more

$8 for Fairfax Country residents and $10.50 for non residents. We come here to swim laps. The locker facilities could be a litlte cleaner. I found a brownie in one of the lockers. Gross! Pool wise, it's clean and we have never really had to wait for a lane (we usually come after work on the evenings or in the afternoons during the weekend). When they have classes they may shut down a couple of the lanes. They also have two racquet ball facilities but in addition to the entrace fee, you have to pay another fee to reserve the courts. BUMMER! If you have a monthly pass or rec package, then this fee is waived. Just an FYI. read more

Our family has attended classes in the outdoor fields, pool and studios. We've found it to be clean and well-maintained. The swimming and Kung Fu classes are well organized and well taught. The soccer and t-ball classes that we've attended have not been as well organized and taught. The playground outside is great for after class. My principal complaints are: * soccer and t-ball classes have not been well-organized or taught * parking can be difficult on Saturday mornings * studios are too small for some of the more popular classes The County seems to recognize the parking issue. It has placed staff in the parking lot at busy times to facilitate finding a space, which has helped. Also, a bond was recently approved by the voters to improve the parking. read more

My boy is 3yrs old and this was his first experience of going to school. Earlier days were a bit challenging at the preschool but Ms Sushma handled it very well. I saw a lot of kids crying and throwing a fit since it was their first time too but she was very patient and made them adjust well to the surrounding. My son loves his teachers. Ms. Sushma and Ms. Jackie are wonderful in handling kids and am glad my kids first experience was a good one. He's learning a lot and now knows to write his ABCs. The preschool has 2(Tue & Thu) or 3(Mon/Wed/Fri) or 5 days a week option. It's affordable and the timing is from 9am to 1pm. The drop times are flexible but pick ups are a must at 1pm. They also take kids swimming 2 days a week i.e. Thu & Fri. They are also taken out regularly to play. Although it's a small set up, its the teachers that make all the difference. If you are looking at a decent not overpriced wholesome preschool in mclean, this definitely is the one. read more

I enjoyed my senior year grad party here. That was years ago... Moving on w/ recreational experiences; the facility maintains a clean and safe environment for families, neighbors, and or county residents. There's even a self pressure towel drying rack after diving board swimming. Only wish there was a cafe nearby, but no complaint/s of gripes for this rec center. Thanks for the low cost entrance fee. read more

Ya know what, Spring Hill is not too shabby. And i mean that. I use it for the weight room and though its free weight section could be a little more extensive it is what it is. Never taken a spin-class there but judging by at least the equipment and space it looks good. The place is never crowded..its clean, the sauna's F'n hot and overall pretty good for what it is. And really isn't a workout what you put into it and not the facilities. my .02 cents on Spring Hill.. give it try! read more

One of my go to places to work out or play basketball during school breaks. A little bit pricey, but they have everything - weights & machines, cardio machines, pool, indoor track, bball court. Wish they had more squat and bench racks (only 2 of each) so don't go during prime times before dinner. Disappointed they stopped providing evo bballs the past year, but apparently people were stealing them. Good place overall read more

I just got a monthly trial for family package with Spring Hill RECenter, and our family loved it. Me and my kids always go to plays rocket all, they have 2 courts and all the equipment can be rented there. There are a lot of kids, they have many groups classes for babies and teenagers. We also love swimming pool, every line is only for two people, really convenient and you can swim freely and not being afraid to swim into someone. Would recommend. read more

We have registered for a variety of camps at Spring Hill REC, and our kids have played soccer on their fields. This is a great resource for the community. Lots of kids we know learn to swim there. Definitely take a look at the "Parktakes" catalog comes out each season... Fairfax County park authority offers a variety of spring break camps, summer camps, etc. at this location: sports, leadership, STEAM, etc. Best of all, we have found the staff to be very helpful. read more

Wide variety of summer classes and courses for kids. You have to be fast to register because all classes gets full like a blink of eye. There are also classes and rehabilitation courses for seniors too. read more

rating for pool: 1 rating for facilities: 4 average: 2.5 overall, pretty decently managed so I'll round up to a 3 Ever since they switched the pool from a chlorine to UV system, my partner keeps getting sinus infections. Oakmar is the next closest FFX county pool, but it seems silly to burn that much gas (& time) just to swim. The whirlpool is still chlorine based. I've only swam there when it was still chlorine & the locker rooms often smelled like pee. I've avoided the pool & locker rooms since 2008. The fitness room is pretty good- extensive range of cardio & weight machines. read more

I take Adapted Aquatics using the p and find the pool very accessible. The only recommendation I would make would be make it less slipway by removing the mats where you come out to the pool. read more

This place has everything including indoor track above full size basketball court. Swimming pool is awesome. read more

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The pool is nice, I remember they had a slip n slide but everybody here is too loud and the lifeguards here are too strict with everything. That is why I never returned to this place... read more

Disgusting facilities. Check it out before you buy any kind of membership. Showers are at best a trickle, and the bathrooms, filthy. Pool is crowded and management reserves the right to shut it down completely, without prior notice and without regard to the posted schedule if better paying customers (read: high school swim teams) decide to practice that day. read more

Have been going to SH Rec Center for over ten years. The recent renovations have enhanced the overall value to users of all ages and athletic interests. However, the "renovations" to the men's locker room have been a major *negative* to the facility. The showers are eco-friendly (read: no pressure) and the easily accessible open showers are now replaced by stalls apparently designed to fit children. read more

Nice employees/managers, great parking, and generally nice facilities (especially since they re-did the locker and gym rooms), but the pool has a big problem. The shallow, kiddie area is warm enough to wash dishes in, then a BIG drop in water temperature just as you cross the narrow inlet into the larger pool...it hits you like ice water. Management claims only a 4-5 degree difference, but I say Bull. They also claim it is in the way the water-flow system for the pool is designed, and can't do anything about it. Again, I'm not convinced. This is the only pool in the whole county system with this problem.....all the others have even water temperatures throughout. In addition to that, they have big electric fans blowing cold air on you in the pool. So, great overall facility....but some significant problems in the pool. read more

Great ukulele class taught by professional musician and dancer, Carol Takafuji is a terrific teacher - students make fast progress! Bring a music stand and your instrument and join the fun! read more

It is what it is. A public gym. Decent machines, very few free weights, a big chloriney (although it is no longer chlorine based) pool

This is one of poorest managed public recreation centers in the area. Many years ago our group of walleyball players used this facility exclusively until they ran into a spate of poor management (reservations lost, poor attitude, missing equipment ... more). Our recent experience reconfirmed this. The facility's AC is not working for the courts. You would think that fact would have been conveyed to people making a court reservation, especially since the AC has been out for weeks according to the staff. Well, you would be wrong. We gave it a try and with the temperature and humidity on the court not only were the walls, floors and ball wet it also gave players nausea. You might think that this is a one-off odd occurrence, but again you would be wrong. This same situation happened the last time that we were there two years ago to the point that the floors were too slippery to continue. I got a shrug from the staff when I told them about the dangerous situation. So, we are back to a well managed facility in Herndon even though we work essentially next door to Spring Hill. The vow is to boycott Spring Hill ... permanently. read more