Activity & Recreation Center (ARC)

About the ARC

The ARC is Columbia, Missouri’s popular health club, fitness center, and place to exercise and have fun. This 73,000 sq. ft. facility has an indoor leisure pool, gymnasium (including basketball, volleyball, and pickleball), strength training equipment and weights, cardio equipment, indoor track, group exercise classes, and much more! The ARC is located in Clary-Shy Park, Columbia, Missouri.

Contact information

Hours of operation

(Water Zone pool hours vary, click here for pool schedule)
Regular hours

Monday-Friday: 5:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Saturday: 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Holiday hours

  • New Year’s Day, Jan. 1, 2024: Closed
  • Memorial Day, May 27, 2024: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Juneteenth, June 19, 2024: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Independence Day, July 4, 2024: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Labor Day, Sept. 2, 2024: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2024: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Nov. 27, 2024: 5:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Thanksgiving, Nov. 28, 2024: Closed
  • Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 2024: 5:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Christmas Day: Closed 
  • New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31, 2024: 5:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Membership, admission fees and policies

Please see the Membership page for more information on pricing and availability.

ARC amenities

Cardio and strength

The ARC offers numerous options for cardio and weightlifting exercises. For more information and a full inventory, check out the cardio and strength section on the ARC Amenities page.

Gymnasium

Drop in play for pickleball, basketball and volleyball. For additional information and schedule, please see the ARC Gymnasium page.

Youth training room

The ARC has a training room with state-of-the-art equipment just for youth. For more information, see the youth training room section of the ARC Amenities Page.

Spin studio

The ARC has a spinning studio for exercise enthusiasts who enjoy cycling. The studio has two types of equipment – spinning bikes and krank bikes. The spinning studio serves group classes, as well as open door spinning. For more information, including schedules, please see the spin studio section of the ARC Amenities page.

WaterZone

The Water Zone is the ARC’s 12,988 sq. ft. aquatic area that includes a leisure pool maintained at 84-86 degrees with zero depth entry, interactive water play structure, triple-loop water slide, lazy river, vortex, three 25-yard lap lanes, a heated hydro-therapy pool, and concession area. This aquatic area also includes two wet multipurpose rooms that can host birthday parties and are available for other party rentals. Find out more about the ARC Water Zone.

The Water Zone will be closed May 28 through Sept 1, 2024 to allow for the replacement of the water play structure and the aggregate flooring that surrounds the structure. We plan to reopen the pool Tuesday, Sept 3. Please check the Leisure Timesopens PDF file  for outdoor pool schedule.

Group Exercise Classes

For information on group exercise classes, see the Group Exercise Classes page

Fitness Programs and Special Events

The ARC offers numerous classes, fitness equipment of all varieties and many other amenities. For more detailed information, see the ARC Fitness Programs and Special Events page.

Personal training

This service is specially customized to meet the client’s goals and needs. The ARC also offers Professional Health Coaching to allow you to combine exercise with making good food decisions. Fill out a personal training information form at the ARC Guest Services Desk to set up an appointment. For more information, please visit the Personal Training page.

Child care service

ARC Staff with children

The Kid Zone, an on-site babysitting service, is available for children ages 6 months to 10 years of age so that parents or guardians will have the opportunity to enjoy the services and programs offered at the ARC. There is a maximum two hour visit per child. The parent or guardian must remain in the facility while utilizing this service. An outdoor play area is available on nice days. Two convenient payment options are available. 

Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Saturday: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Note: Child care services closed on holidays (See ARC Hours)

Fees

 Single Visit: $3.00 per child

Punch Card: $40 for 20 visits

Annual passholder

  • 1st Child $20 Monthly
  • 2nd Child, etc $10 Monthly

Rentals, special events and birthday parties.

Have your party, event, or meeting at the ARC! The ARC offers a variety of affordable rental options to fit your needs. For more information, see the Rentals, Special Events and Birthday Parties page.

Other ARC information