Updates and Closures
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Long Bridge Aquatics and Fitness Center will be closing early at 5 p.m. on Sat., August 12.
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Long Bridge Aquatics and Fitness Center will be closed from Sat., Aug. 26 through Mon., Sept. 4 for annual maintenance.
What's Happening at Long Bridge
New Membership Trial!
Long Bridge Aquatics and Fitness Center is opening its doors to all Arlington Community Fitness Members for a membership trial! From Fri., Aug. 11- Fri., Aug. 25, all County-wide fitness member holders including annual, 6-month, 3-month, student, teen and 55+ Gold pass users will have full access to Long Bridge for two weeks. Come down to Long Bridge and find out what all the hype is about!
Machine Circuit
Lift more than you thought you could with a coach encouraging you on new equipment you have not tried before on Thursdays from noon-12:45 p.m. Drop in for $5 for adults and $4 for ages 55+ with a LBAFC fitness membership. Learn more here.
Yoga
Drop in for yoga to flow and connect one posture to the next… breathe through your poses to balance and enhance strength on Mondays from 6-6:45 p.m. and Thursdays from 1-1:45 p.m. Drop in for $5 for adults and $4 for ages 55+ with a LBAFC fitness membership. Learn more here.
Muscle Blast
Drop in and get your heartrate up and your resistance training in with weight, TRX, kettlebell, ball, BOSU or band exercises on Tuesdays from noon-12:45 p.m. and Wednesdays from 6:30-7:15 a.m. We’ll work most muscles and challenge your balance before stretching it out in this indoor muscle blast class. Drop in for $5 for adults and $4 for ages 55+ with a LBAFC fitness membership. Learn more here.
Cycle
Warm-up, climb, sprint, interval train and cool-down. Any fitness level is welcome to drop in and go at your own pace on Mondays from 6:30-7:15 a.m. and Fridays from 12:15-1 p.m. Drop in for $5 for adults and $4 for ages 55+ with a LBAFC fitness membership. Learn more here.
Free! Has it been a while since you’ve been in a fitness center? Are you new to fitness equipment? Sign up for a free orientation at Long Bridge Aquatics and Fitness Center on Mon., Aug. 14 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Sign up at the front desk or email Fitness Program Manager, Michelle Atkin.
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Parks & Recreation News
Get Ready for Fall ENJOY Registration!
Mark your calendars and prepare for fall ENJOY class registration. Registration takes place at noon on Aug. 8 for gymnastics, Aug 9. for aquatics, and Aug. 10 for nature/history and all other classes. Make sure you know the latest by signing up for ENJOY Arlington updates on the classes webpage.
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Share Your Thoughts on the Draft Athletic Field Availability Framework
Check out a presentation on a newly shared draft Athletic Field Availability Framework and new approach for enabling more drop-in play opportunities on athletic fields across the County. The goal of this project is to develop a field availability framework that will enable consistent evaluation of field utilization. Share your feedback now through September 8 and learn more on the project webpage.
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Last Teen Saturday Trip Series of the Summer!
Join us on Sat., Aug. 5 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for the last teen Saturday trip of the summer – an Open-top DC Bus Tour! Sit back and relax as you are transported passed the iconic landmarks that make America's Capital so recognizable and special. This program is for ages 11-16 and costs $35. Meet at Thomas Jefferson Community Center. Learn more and sign up here.
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The Fun at Late Night at the Mill Continues!
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Arlington County Fair 2023
Mark your calendars for the annual Arlington County Fair! The fair will be held at Thomas Jefferson Community Center from Wed., Aug. 16 - Sun., Aug. 20. Visit here to stay updated on information regarding hours, transportation, events scheduled and more!
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Columbia Pike Movie Nights
Watch free movies under the stars on Fridays and Saturdays in August at Arlington Mill Community Center and Penrose Square. All movies start at sunset (between 8 and 8:30 pm) and are shown in English with Spanish subtitles. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs/blankets, etc. Leashed pets are welcome. Learn more here.
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The Virginia State Insect Nature Photo Walk
Capture a butterfly with your camera on Sun., Aug. 20 from 3:30-5 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center! We'll learn about the Tiger Swallowtail butterfly, Virginia’s State Insect and look for this species and other butterflies on our walk along the park's trails. Photography guidance will be provided. This program is for families ages 10 and older and is free. Learn more and sign up here.
History Hikes: The Skirmish at Ball’s Crossroads
Join park staff on Sun., Aug. 27 from 10 a.m.-noon at Bluemont Park for a two-mile hike and learn about the skirmish that broke out between Union and Confederate parties to the east of modern-day Ballston. We will follow the path of the Union skirmishers and learn about the events that caused this fatal engagement. This program is for families and is free. Learn more and sign up here.
Access for All / Reduced Fees
Our fee reduction program helps Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day! Access for All. Easy to apply! Whether you have a short-term setback or something longer-term. Apply and learn more here or call 703-228-4747 and our staff will help you out.
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