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Glenwood Community Center


The Glenwood Community Center is a true “community facility” built to serve the growing population in the western part of the county. Located within
Western Regional Park, the facility is shared by the Departments of Recreation & Parks, Health, and Police as well as the Office on Aging. Features include a fitness room, commercial kitchen, double gymnasium, pre-school classrooms, multi-purpose rooms, senior activity room, and so much more.

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General Information
Driving Directions
ID Cards
Drop-in Fun
Fitness
Party Packages & Rentals
E-mail Newsletter

General Information

The Glenwood Community Center, will be closed on Nov 11, Nov 26 & 27, Dec 25 thru Jan 1, Jan 18, Feb 15, Apr 2 and Apr 4. The center will close at 5pm on Dec 24.

Location: 2400 Route 97, Cooksville, MD 21723

Center Hours:
7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Monday - Saturday
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Sunday
Center hours subject to change seasonally

Main Phone: 410-313-4840
Office on Aging: 410-313-5440
Fax: 410-313-4846

Contact Information:
Matt Madera, Facility Director, 410-313-4844
Summer Leng, Facility Coordinator, 410-313-4843
Sara Schwab, Fitness Coordinator, 410-313-4842
Christine Ferraro, Registration Specialist, 410-313-4841

Information/Inclement Weather Line: 410-313-3227
Updated daily with open gym time and general announcements regarding Community Center activities.

Inclement Weather Policy: If Howard County schools open one hour late, the center will open at 9:30 am.; if two hours late, at 10:30 am. If schools are closed due to inclement weather, every attempt will be made to open the center by 10:30 a.m. Please call the inclement weather number to confirm the center's status when schools are closed.

For information about more programs at the Glenwood Community Center visit our online registration site and set the location to Glenwood Com Ctr.

Facility & Features Brochure
Fall Program Guide

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Driving Directions

From Columbia:
Take Route 29 North to Route 70 West. Proceed and exit at Route 97 South. After crossing Frederick Road (Route 144) travel about a mile and you'll see the center on the right in close proximity to the Glenwood Library.

From Olney:
Take Route 97 North past Carrs Mill stop light. Make a left into the Glenwood Library and Community Center parking lot.

From Baltimore:
Take 95 South towards Washington and exit on 695 towards Towson. Take Route 70 West and continue beyond Route 32. Take Route 97 South. After crossing Frederick Road (Route 144) travel about a mile and you'll see the center on the right in close proximity to the Glenwood Library.

From Frederick:
Take 70 East towards Baltimore and exit 97 South towards Cooksville/Olney. After crossing Frederick Road (Route 144) travel about a mile and you'll see the center on the right in close proximity to the Glenwood Library.

From Washington:
Take 95 North to 29 North. Exit Route 70 West to Route 97 South. After crossing Frederick Road (Route 144)travel about a mile and you'll see the center on the right in close proximity to the Glenwood Library.

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ID Cards

To ensure the safety of our patrons, a Center I.D. card is required to use the indoor track and participate in open gym time. Ages 12-15 require an adult present in the facility except during Afterschool Drop In. Children ages 11 and under require adult supervision with them at all times.
(NR= Non Resident)

Senior Center Member Fitness ID (50+) - $25 / $50 NR
(Exclusive Senior Fitness Hours 7-10am & 1-3pm, M-F)

Youth ID (5-15) - $25 / $50 NR
Adult ID (16+) - $25 / $50 NR
Daily Center Use Fee - $5 / $7 NR

Proof of Residency will be required at the time of purchase.

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Drop-in Fun

Teen Zone: After-school Drop In
Bring a friend and have fun shooting baskets or taking part in planned activities, that take place in the center Gymnasium and Game Room, which was designed for Teens by Teens. Center ID Required. Children ages 11-under must have supervision while in the center.
All ages / M-F 2:30-5:30pm

Game Room
Join your friends for some friendly fun playing either pool, ping pong or bumper pool. During afterschool hours check out the big screen television hooked up to some of the latest video games. Children ages 15-under must have adult supervision while in the game room, except for Afterschool Hours.
All ages / Center ID required for equipment check-out

Kiddie Korner Play Group
Enjoy some quality time with your little one and stay as active as they are! The Glenwood Community Center provides a large, safe play area perfect for your little one (or two) to play games and make some new friends. All children must be accompanied by an adult, as this a drop in program with no staff supervision. Center ID for adult required.
Ages 5-under / Tues & Thur / 2-4pm

Drop In Basketball
Join other athletes of all ability levels for a basketball scrimmage. Games are self-officiated and site staff will help form balanced teams. Center ID required.
Age 16-up / Mon 7-9pm

Drop In Volleyball
Join other athletes of all ability levels for a volleyball scrimmage. Games are self-officiated and site staff will help form balanced teams. Center ID required.
Age 16-up / Wed 7-9pm

Stroller Moms
Bring a friend, your stroller and the babies for open walking time in the comfort of our three lane indoor track. Center ID required
Age 18-up / Tues 8-9am

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Fitness

Fitness programs with a course number require advance registration. Register in person at the Glenwood Community Center, Register online, or by calling 410-313-4840.

Fitness Center Brochure
Personal Training Brochure
Fitness Matters a fitness publication.

Fitness Pass
Enjoy exercising in a relaxed, air-conditioned environment! Our facility features state of the art treadmills, elipticals, stationary bicycles, Keiser exercise equipment and free weights. This pass has no expiration date. A medical clearance form and orientation must be completed prior to exercising.

Teens, age 13-15, may purchase a pass and use the fitness room with adult supervision upon completion of the Teen Weight Training program. See fitness room schedule for open exercise times and to schedule your orientation.

Senior Center members with Senior Fitness ID receive preferred use from 7-10am and 1-3pm.
NR = Non Resident

Age 16-59
Daily - $5 / $7 NR
25 visits - $75 / $85 NR
50 visits - $148 / $168 NR
100 visits - $263 / $283 NR

Age 60-up
1 visit - $4 / $6 NR
25 visits - $57 / $67 NR
50 visits - $112 / $132 NR
100 visits - $198 / $218 NR

Teen Weight Training
Are you age 13-15 and want to work out using state of the art exercise equipment? With parental supervision and completion of this mini-course in weight training, you can. The course teaches fitness room etiquette, proper stretching, cardiovascular equipment, and proper techniques of circuit training combining weight machines and free weights. Completion of this program will allow purchase of a fitness room pass. Remember you must have adult supervision each time you work out. A Medical Clearance Form and waiver are required.
Leo Conlan, Certified trainer
Ages 13-15 / 3 wks / 1 hr / $42
Thurs 7pm / Nov 5 (4153.503)
Thurs 7pm / Dec 3 (4153.504)

Personal Training
Everyone can benefit from a personal trainer, whether you're just getting started or a serious athlete. Our Personal Training will provide you with an individualized exercise program tailored to meet your goals and your health and fitness needs. We offer different packages to suit your specific needs. You may wish to discuss options with us to help choose the best package for you. A Medical Clearance Form is required to be completed prior to exercising. To schedule an appointment or obtain additional information, call 410-313-4840.
Age 18-up / all fees are per person
Fitness Assessment (1/2 hr) $30 passholder / $45 non-passholder
Express (1/2 hr) $30 passholder / $45 non-passholder
Regular (1 hr) $50 passholder / $65 non-passholder
Partner (1 hr) $40 passholder / $55 non-passholder

Massage Therapy
Skilled gentle massage therapy can help you feel better physically, by easing pain and allowing the body to relax. Experience the benefits of Therapeutic Massage and Reflexology offered by Carol Lancaster, Certified Massage Therapist, Tuesday 1-9 p.m. Call 410-313-4840 to make your appointment today!
Age 18-up
30 minutes, $35
60 minutes, $60
90 minutes, $85
Reflexology, $45

NEW! Step & Strength
This program is fun, choreographed class with 30 minutes of beginner to intermediate step followed by 45 minutes of strength/core training with the use of stability ball, medicine ball, free weights and resistance tubing and bands.
Age 13-up / 3 wks / 1.25 hr / $15
Thurs 5:15pm / Dec 3 (4120.504)

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Party Packages & Rentals

Many areas of the Glenwood Community Center are available for rent during operating hours. Rental areas can be used for parties, special events, business meetings, and other activities. All applicants must be at least 21 years of age, and a Facility Rental Request Form is required to check for availability. All requests are reviewed on a first come, first serve basis. Call 410-313-4840 for details and reservation information.

Rental Guide
Birthday Request Form
Rental Request Form

Children’s Birthday Party Package
Looking for a place to hold your child’s next birthday party? Our party package includes your choice of the themes listed below, decorations, tableware, and the perfect room to make your child’s party the hit of the year. You provide activities, food, and cleanup. Refrigerator and freezer are available on request. Party times are scheduled depending on room availability. Call 410-313-4840 for details and reservation information.
2 hrs (plus .5 hr for cleanup): $130
Themes: Princess; Sports; Pirates; Luau; Dinosaurs; General Birthday

Children’s Dance Party Package
Having a hard time planning your child’s birthday party? This exciting birthday package adds a half hour of dance instruction to our Birthday Party Package. Your child can choose Ballet or Jazz. Let us help make your child’s birthday party the hit of the year. Children are encouraged to be in comfortable clothes (no dresses or skirts) and wear rubber sole shoes. Party times are scheduled depending on room availability. Call 410-313-4840 for details and reservation information.
2.5 hrs (plus .5 hr for cleanup): $190
Age 5-up / Jazz Instruction
Age 4-up / Ballet Instruction
Themes: Princess; Sports; Pirates; Luau; Dinosaurs; General Birthday

Children’s Outdoor Playground Party Package
Check out this exciting party package that includes your choice of themes listed below, set up, decorations, tableware and private playtime for your child and birthday guests on our Outdoor Playground. Picnic tables provided and are located next to playground. You provide food and cleanup. Indoor activity room is included in package. Refrigerator and freezer are available upon request. Party times are scheduled on room availability. Call 410-313-4840 for details and reservation information.
2 hrs (plus .5 hr for cleanup): $160
Themes: Princess; Sports; Pirates; Luau; Dinosaurs; General Birthday

Game Room Party Package
Check out this exciting new party package that includes exclusive use for your child and birthday guests in our Game Room. Indoor activity room is included in package. Refrigerator and freezer are available upon request. Party times are scheduled depending on room availability. Call 410-313-4840 for details and reservation information.
2 hrs (plus .5 hr for cleanup): $160

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