Joe Farmer Recreation Center

Enjoy all that LIFE in Allen has to offer when you join Joe Farmer Recreation Center! Members benefit from affordable access to high-quality equipment, experienced instructors, convenient hours and caring, professional staff.

Membership at Joe Farmer Recreation Center includes:

Fitness room with cardiovascular machines, weight machines and free weights
Gym with hardwood floors and 6 official-height basketball goals
2-lane indoor track (17 laps = 1 mile) 2 racquetball and handball courts
Game room with table tennis, air hockey and foosball
Member discounts on programs and events
Free admission to Ford Pool

Day passes to Joe Farmer Recreation Center provide access to all available amenities and group exercise classes offered on that day.

Resident rates include Allen residents and employees working for businesses, corporations and organizations located within the Allen city limits.

Monthly Membership

	Allen Residents	Non-Residents
ADULT (Age 18-59)	$10	$14
YOUTH (Age 3-17)	$5	$7
SENIOR (Age 60+)	$5	$7
FAMILY	$25	$35

Day Pass

	Allen Residents	Non-Residents
ADULT (Age 18-59)	$8	$11
YOUTH (Age 3-17)	$5	$7
SENIOR (Age 60+)	$5	$7
FAMILY	$12	$17

^{Fees effective January 1, 2023}

2023 Membership Changes

Multi-facility access will not be offered for new or renewing members in 2023. Those who wish to access multiple recreation centers can purchase separate memberships - or, if visiting infrequently, purchase a day pass to visit a facility without joining. Members at Joe Farmer Recreation Center will receive free access to Ford Pool as a membership perk. Seniors must be 60 years or older to access discounted senior rates at Allen Parks & Recreation facilities.

Joe Farmer Recreation Center offers several options for birthday parties and other private rentals:

Meeting Rooms A and/or B: Located immediately inside Joe Farmer Recreation Center, this flexible space features a wall of windows overlooking Bethany Lakes Park.
Gymnasium: Gym with hardwood floors and six (6) official-height basketball goals. Use of game room, racquetball courts, up to six tables and twenty chairs included with rental fee.
Amphitheater: Outdoor stage surrounded by sloped grassy area, perfect for lawn chairs or picnic blankets.
Lakeside Clubhouse: Fully enclosed pavilion and private outdoor patio area with views of Bethany Lakes, ideal for an intimate event.