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The Kroc Center Hampton Roads

3.3 (31 reviews)
Closed 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
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Maria C.

The full name of this venue is: Kroc Center Hampton Roads I love it here!! It's huge but very effective for all...girls, boys, men and women!! The Salvation Army tranforms lives through educational, creative arts, recreational and spiritual activites and they definitely checked them all when they had this center in mind. In one visit here, you can swim, play games, play basketball, rock climb, etc. I could go on, but you just have to come here. This center is more than a recreation center, you could easily spend hours here alone or as a family. There is always something going on so definitely keep up with them on social media and check out their website. They have state of the art fitness equipment. Plenty of space and they make great usage of it. TV's everywhere! Their pool is family friendly. It's like an indoor waterpark...much larger than a pool. More like Ocean Breeze, but the indoor version. I believe the deepest end is 6 feet... and this is where the tube slide is located. There is a toddler area as well. They do not allow patrons to walk around the perimeter in plain clothes for safety measures of course. There is always at least 2 lifeguards, but I believe more are on duty. The staff is attentive and willing to assist. Also when you walk in of course you immediately see the front desk, but if you want access to the fitness area and pool, access must be granted. Therefore, you cannot just walk in without a pass. I do like this security feature. The locker rooms are well kept as well. The landscaping is beautiful as well! There is also a snack bar on site. Group fitness classes are offered. And creative art classes as well. It's just a lot going on here. I happened to attend last week for a free pool saftey day for children 5-12 years old. This event was well organized and my 8 year old definitely enjoyed her time. From 12-2pm the children learned about pool safety and went through 3 stations in the pool to get hands on experience. As a parent watching, I was super impressed by the professionalism shown by all the staff. And the staff ranges from ages 18-40+... I love the diversity! Great job Kroc Center! I am looking forward to coming back again and again. Membership is needed to gain access, however, day passes are available and the center hosts a number of free events. Therefore, keep a close eye on their media outlets. This is definitely a happening place for Norfolk, VA. Ample parking, about a 10 minute walk from the light rail. No excuse not to visit here. See you soon...have fun :)

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Johnnie W.

I really love this place. The staff is wonderful, the equipment is very modern and up to date. I typically like to come early in the morning when I have just about all the machines to myself but it never really TOO CROWDED no.matter what time I decide to come and workout!!! ALL CLASSES are included with your monthly membership as well. They also have a heated indoor pool that stays open all year round and a daycare area if you have any children that could potentially interfere with you getting the best workout possible!!! They provide snacks for the little ones too. Very family oriented facility!!

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Great family attire gym. We enjoy it every time we attend. Day care is phenomenal even the staffs are very nice.

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Indoor running track, free weights, cardio, group fitness classes and even classes in the pool.

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