Community Center : Community Center Age Guidelines

Community Center Age Guidelines

To help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all Community Center members and guests, the District has established age-related guidelines for access to various amenities. Below are answers to common questions about age restrictions:

Can children purchase a Community Center Day Pass? 

  • Children in fourth grade or younger are not eligible to purchase a day pass.

What are the rules for the Child Play Room?

  • Supervised play is available for children:
    • Ages 6 months through 7 years old
    • Children must not have reached their 8th birthday

When can minors use the Weight Room?

  • Ages 15 and up: Allowed unaccompanied access
  • Ages 12-14: Must be accompanied and directly supervised by a parent or guardian, or with the completion of the Teen Weight Room Certification

What are the Game Room age requirements?

  • Ages 8 and up: May use the Game Room unescorted if parents are onsite
  • Children who have commenced 5th grade: Permitted full unescorted access to the facility

Are children allowed in the Community Garden?

  • Under age 16: Must be accompanied at all times by a parent, guardian, or adult
  • Age 16 and up: May access independently

What are the Racquetball Court age rules?

  • Ages 16 and up: May use courts unsupervised
  • Under age 16: Must be supervised by a parent or non-minor sibling
If you have additional questions about Community Center use or youth access, please refer to the Community Center Membership Policies and Rules, or contact the District’s Customer Service at customerservice@bcmud.org or call 512-255-7871, Option 1.