The Jacksonville Community Center was officially opened April 10, 1995. The center is an award winning 56,000 square feet facility operated by the Parks and Recreation Department. It is the Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association 1995 Facility of the Year, a 1995 Community Development Awards Program winner, and received the 2000 Governor's Leadership in Fitness Award.

Fitness Area:

Offers a variety of activities for all ages and physical abilities. This part of the center includes a full hardwood floor gymnasium with two side courts striped for basketball and volleyball, plus an aerobics classroom. A fitness mezzanine includes a walking track overlooking the gym floor, an assortment of cardiovascular equipment (stair masters, treadmills, recumbent and upright bicycles), plus a complement of weight / resistance equipment. Two racquetball courts complete the fitness area. Personal assistance is available at all times. Individual personal trainers are available for an extra charge, scheduled individually.

Aquatics Area:

Features a heated 25-yard, six lane pool. Water depth in the L-shaped pool varies from 2.5 - 9.0 feet. Water aerobics, instructional classes and a swim team program are among the activities offered.

Meeting Area:

With 6,500 square feet of meeting space, the center is suitable for a myriad of events. The Banquet Hall includes a stage and will accommodate up to 500. The Meeting Room has a kitchen, and a capacity of 130. Both rooms can be divided into smaller areas. Reasonable rates, free front door parking, and easy access make it the center of activity.

Meetings & Special Functions:

The meeting room, banquet hall, pool and gymnasium are available for rental during and beyond the normal hours of operation of the center. Special arrangements will be made with individual groups according to need when the reservation is finalized.
 

Facility features:
Aerobics
Banquet Hall with Stage (5,500 square feet)
Department Offices
Exercise Classroom
Fitness Mezzanine
Fit Trail & Walking Track Outdoor (1/5 mile)
Gymnasium
Indoor Pool
Locker Room
Meeting Room with Kitchen (1,500 square feet)
Racquetball Courts
Walking Track Indoor (1/17 mile)
Walking Track Outdoor (1/4 mile)
Weight Equipment