Washington Park Recreation Center

The price is cheap and the desk is friendly. But I wouldn’t sign up for this gym. They are always looking for reasons to close. A couple weeks ago it was snowing and it was open all day, and then once the snow stopped and the roads were getting clearer, they closed because of the «weather» at 6:00 at their busiest time. And the guy at the front desk was so rude when telling us to leave. And then they’re closed off to the public who PAY to go there for the next 2 Saturday’s because of other members needing it for sports. Also not cool. Everyone is paying. They also take MONTHS to fix the machinery when something goes wrong. Me and my roommates signed up because of the price and the convenience because it’s by our house, but we’re all going to find another gym with better, more consistent hours.

We came to this Rec Center the first time a couple of weeks ago and were pleasantly surprised! I think i’s considered a regional facility, so it’s slightly more expensive than the neighborhood facilities, but it’s definitely a step up so you get what you pay for.
They have a pretty sizeable indoor pool, which was what we were there to use. I think it was 6 lanes, and 25 yards? Anyway — full length and plenty of lanes.
Parking was a cinch too. They have some parallel spaces in front of the rec center and we were able to easily grab a spot.

Affordable and offers a variety of recreation opportunities. There is a stand where you can rent water vessels, to lounge, or linger on the pond. They have pedal cars as well as other pedal rentals. The community center has an indoor pool. They offer many classes as well. The weight, and cardio area is clean, and overall a pleasant place– to get your training done. The price is affordable, especially if you and another person in your household, piggyback a membership. The membership to this facility gets you into all the other recreation centers in Denver with no added costs. This does not include outdoor pools, which have already closed for the season. That seems rather early, but I guess the kids are back in school already.
So the only problems with the facility, are the weird oversized locker lock fixtures. My lock which has always fit, and I have been a member at quite a few gyms over the years, is not big enough. I was joking they are made by Playmobil, or another child toy company. You need a very large lock, and with everything you have to carry to the gym already, i think this was rather poor planning. Also in the weight area they have only one set of all the free weights above 15 lbs. It seems like many guests have poor gym etiquette, and hoard and do not re– rack their weights when they are done with their sets. No sauna or steam bath at this location, but their are others at community centers in town that are included in your membership. Parking is also kind of sprawling, and the entrances a maze of one ways.

Really good cheap option if you live in the area. Not super fancy but lots of machines so you never have to wait.

Denver’s best park and it’s 10 blocks from my house! My dog and I walk in the park often, always good people watching. Great parties and park games everywhere during the summer on the weekends.

I love the coed showers… saves on water! I’m going green… what a great park… usta tennis leagues… swimming pool…

Got the Black Friday deal for me and my bro’s. 70% off for 2^nd family member. What a great deal! $ 249 a year! …You have to hit this place early. They close early on sat and sunday… they close right on the button! I don’t mind the lights being turned out… I’m kinda used to it being a mole man! Can’t wait for the USTA Tennis there this summer.

I’m just starting to explore the Denver Recreation Centers and I find myself coming back to the one at Wash Park. I mostly go for the pool, which is very nice, clean and has never been so crowded I couldn’t find a lane. Their weight and cardio rooms aren’t terribly enormous, but honestly they have pretty much everything I’d ever need in a gym. Finding parking in front is sometimes a close call, but I imagine there’s plenty in the surrounding area too.

Great location — Wonderful Wash Park! What else needs to be said?!
Newly renovated, clean, easy to use facility.
Pool, weights, bikes, treadmills, gym, yoga, other classes, ettc, etc., etc.
Parking — not so bad, as you can park along the street there by the rec center, as well as around Wash Park. Better yet, parking is free!
Don’t really know what else to say… we joined Denver Parks and Recreation for 1 year, and at the level we joined, we can use any of the rec centers, can’t beat that.
See you there!

I love this gym! It’s intimate layout makes for an easy workout. There aren’t any ”meatheads” grunting about either, which is a huge plus! I always feel comfortable here, and the staff is always friedly and helpful. Highly recommend!

Yeah as many people on here are also saying, my time at Washington Park Rec. Center will be soon coming to an end. It’s not that I don’t like the facilities. The weight room is pretty well stocked and the swimming pool is just what I need to get a good workout.
But they raised the rates here pretty significantly (to more than $ 30 a month) and I don’t think I’ll be renewing at that price. I’ll probably have to stick with the so-​called «regional» rec-​centers that have a lower price and slightly fewer hours. All these recreation center changes are quite confusing and it’s hard to say what the value is in paying extra just to access a few more centers.
Too bad, because Washington Park is one of my regular gyms… I guess not for much longer though.

There is a new owner for this establishment. Small, neighborhood bar. Nice feel.
Best lemon pepper wings in Denver.

I dialed around town in search of a decently sized pool (25 yards) and finally hit the jackpot here. This facility offers daily lap swimming and even a «Masters» class twice a week; I put that in quotes because the coach himself would prefer to call it an adult fitness class, as it’s not competitive and you don’t need to be able to do the butterfly stroke or otherwise swim quickly to participate. The wall of windows looking out into the park gives the pool an airy feel, and there are plenty of kick boards and buoys to enhance your workout. The locker rooms are basic but clean. A bargain at $ 6/​visit.

I have been a member at 24 hour fitness for the last couple years but was looking for something closer to my house and something that was a little more affordable.
I went into Wash Park Rec Center to inquire about memberships. I found that their new prices (coming out in January 2012) were going to be about the same as 24 hour’s prices. I was hoping that Wash Park Rec Center would be less expensive, knowing that I would be offered less amenities. However, if I’m going to be paying the same, I’d rather stay at 24 hour fitness where I’m getting more bang for my buck. Big bummer.

Great little gym. Basic, but it’s affordable (until October*) and has everything you need for a decent workout. I’ve been a regular for about a year now.
*The membership rates are doubling next month and I could afford some posh gym with more features and nicer facilities for what they will be charging, so I’ll have to say goodbye.

This is a great restroom stop for park walkers/​riders. There is a water fountain and pop machine in the front door to refresh you after your activities.

What a lovely little neighborhood gym. For $ 52 you have three month access to their basic exercise machines, free yoga classes, swimming pool, and more. Plenty of park on the street or in their parking lot. The best part is that the center is located in the park.

I realize the City & County of Denver is in a budget cruch but there are some simple, low cost improvements that could be done to this facility. I always prefer to exercise at a public recreation center versus a private club but this one has deterred me from doing that.
Lap swim was nice but it does get busy. The cardio and weight area is a little crammed and most of the time full of meat heads who don’t seem to want to share the equipment with girls like me. This morning I tried out the Power Yoga class. I wish I would have stayed in bed. I realize that sounds harsh but the class was not at all what I expected. The instructor used terms like «high push up» position instead of «high plank». She didn’t give very good directions and I felt a little lost (and I’ve taken hundreds of yoga classes– I can’t imagine what it was like for a beginner).
It doesn’t appear that the staff encourages patrons to wipe down the equipment as spray bottles, paper towels and trash cans are hard to find. The high school life guards serve as front desk staff as well and many times act like working there is the last place they want to be (while texting, talking with friends, feet up on the desk, etc.). I also work in a public recreation center so I know it is challenging to find good help but I think with a little direction these staff could improve on their customer service skills.
I would love to see some small improvements so I’d be more likely to return.

I bicycle through Wash Park all the time on my errands and commutes through the city, so I was wholly unprepared the other morning on my way to swim some laps for how inaccessible the park’s interior is to cars!
I found an entrance on the east side, near Franklin and Kentucky. Parking ended up sparse, and the route through the park was all one way, so had I not found a spot on my first pass I think I would had to have exited the park and looped around again! Fortunately, I found a spot and didn’t have to do that.
The facilities looked pleasant enough, but I was only there for the pool. The locker room was nice, and the pool was pleasant. Lots of windows and natural light. But it was busy! This was at about 7:30 on a Friday morning, and the swimming was three to a lane! That was a little intimidating for me because I’m definitely a beginner swimmer, but everybody was very nice and welcoming.

Here’s a gem right in the Middle of one of Denver’s favorite and best parks. Its located right in the middle of also one of Denver’s best neighborhoods as well Wash Park.
This is a nice facility with all the expected amenities of a Rec. center. You can get your Aerobics on, Push some weight and even hit the Hardwood and shoot some hoops.
Back in the day this rec was in constant rotation for pick up ball and on one occasion I was getthing schooled by Chauncey when he was a high schooler and I was a mid 20’s havent given up the dream yet Billy Hoyle! There used to be some intense and good pick up games here back in the day I am sure asking at the front desk will provide insight on to when to get the best runs in will enlighten you on days to come and play.
So come here swim, bounce, shoot and sweat all for a fraction of the cost of going to some open all night work out facility.