William Ramsay Recreation Center
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M-F: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sa: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
TEEN HOURS
F-Sa: 6-11 p.m.
At a Glance
Directions: 5650 Sanger Ave.
Contact Us: 703.746.5558
Center Director: Lucresha Murphy-Tate
Amenities
- Arts & Crafts Room
- Dance Studio
- Fitness Room
- Free Wifi
- Full-size Gymnasium
- Game Room
- Pickleball & Tennis Courts
- Cooling/Warming Center During Extreme Weather
Facility History
William Ramsay, a Scottish merchant, City founder & Alexandria’s first postmaster, helped establish Alexandria in 1749 alongside John Carlyle & John Pagan. The new port town, named for the Alexander family, became the foundation of Alexandria’s rich history.
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Financial Assistance
- Learn more and access resources: Financial Assistance Information
- Policy: Financial Assistance Policy
- Application: English | Español | አማርኛ | العربية
- For aquatics, submit application in person at the pool or email to Chinquapin@alexandriava.gov.
- Questions? Call 703.746.5414 or (TTY) 703.838.4902
Facility Rental
For a complete list of RPCA facilities and park rentals, visit alexandriava.gov/parks/rentals.
Guest & Youth Safety Policy
Teens 13–17 must be supervised by a paying adult (18+) unless a Teen Registration Form is on file. Children 12 & under must be with an adult at all times; ages 5 & under require the adult in the water within arm’s reach. Guests 13+ must show a photo ID. This ensures safety for everyone at the pool.
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