Location

G.T. Bray Recreation Center

5503 33rd Avenue Drive West
Bradenton, FL 34209

Did you know that a state-of-the-art Recreation Center is located in your own backyard at G.T. Bray Park? Our facilities include a fitness center, group exercise classes, an Olympic-sized pool, kiddie pool and splash pad, game room, eight clay tennis courts, 20 pickleball courts, an indoor gymnasium and outdoor basketball courts. This facility can be utilized by everyone either by paying a daily fee or by becoming a member.

DROP-IN FEES

Recreation Center	Fee for use of game room and indoor/outdoor basketball play.	$3.00
Fitness Center	Fee is for one session of indoor/outdoor fitness equipment use.	$5.00
Pickleball	Fee is for up to 2 hours of consecutive court time.	$5.00
Clay Tennis	Clay Court for up to 1.5 hours of consecutive court times.	$10.00
Group Fitness	Participation in one-group fitness class, if capacity allows	$10.00

To become a member, review our rates here: Become A Recreation Member at G.T. Bray.

For the most up-to-date information on pool and splash pad, please refer to the amenities below.

Hours

Monday - Thursday - 5:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday - 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. For Pool hours please see link provided below under G.T. Bray Aquatics Center.

Photos

Aerial View of GT Bray Fields, Parking Lot, Courts, Parks and Pools

Amenities

Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Outdoor Fitness Equipment
Pickleball Court
Pools & Splash Pads
Restrooms
Tennis Court
Trash Receptacles
Water Fountains

Art Room

Location Details

Inside Recreation Center

This small multi-purpose room is 596 sq. ft. and has counter space that runs the length of one wall and a small sink.

Rental Rates

Residential/Social	$35/hr
Commercial	$55/hr

Movie Room Rental

Location Details

Inside Recreation Center

This small multi-purpose room is 617 sq. ft. and has counter space that runs the length of one wall and a 65" flat screen television on one wall.

Rental Rates

Residential/Social	$35/hr
Commercial	$55/hr

G.T. Bray Aquatics Center

Location Details

Adjacent to North Parking Lot

Hours

G.T. Bray Aquatic Center Hours

What You Need To Know

Gates open at the start of each swim session and entrance will be allowed until capacity is reached.
When multiple swim sessions are posted, the whole facility will close between sessions. This will include the locker rooms and picnic areas.
Opening of each part of the facility (Splash Pad, Kiddie Pool, and Lap Pool) is up to the discretion of staff on duty, and may close at any time for safety. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and strive to keep safety a priority.
Swimwear is required for all guests. Please see the "Frequently Asked Questions" tab below for details of approved swimwear. Guests wearing prohibited swimwear will be turned away at the gate.
Lane sharing will be implemented when lanes are full.
Locker rooms close at the same time as the pool.
All children under the age of 13 must take a swim test with a Lifeguard before entering the pool. During the swim test, Lifeguards will ask children to swim one length of the pool wall, demonstrate they can put their face in the water, and float on their back. If they do not pass the test, the child will be given a life jacket.
An adult 18 years of age or older must be within arms reach of any child wearing a life jacket the entire time they are in the facility. The adult is required to be in the water with the child in either the lap pool or play structure. Failure to comply will result in an automatic removal from the pool area with no refund issued.
It is recommended that patrons bring their own life jackets if able to do so. All life jackets must be U.S. Coast Guard approved.

Outdoor Basketball Courts

Location Details

Outside, behind the Recreation Center, adjacent to the pool

Three courts available for recreational use on a first-come, first-served basis. Perfect for shooting hoops, hosting a scrimmage, or spending time with friends. Available to all Recreation Center Members and all drop-ins for a $3 daily use fee.

G.T. Bray Gymnasium

Location Details

Next to Recreation Center

Hours

Available hours vary based on programming

Check out what's happening in the G.T. Bray Gym!

Gym Schedule M-F:

8am-10am: Reserved for regularly scheduled Group Fitness Classes

10am-1pm - Reserved for indoor Pickleball. First come First served basis. 4 courts available

1pm-5pm - Open Gym - available to Recreation Members or for a $3 daily use drop-in fee

For information regarding evening and weekend schedule please see Athletics Leagues for more details. When Youth Basketball is in season, this program has priority scheduling.

To reserve the Gym, please call the main line. *Schedules are subject to change when Summer Camp is in session.

Panorama of Basketball Courts at GT Bray

Fitness Center

Location Details

Inside and back of Recreation Center

Hours

Monday-Thursday 5:30am -9:00pm

Friday 5:30am -7:00pm

Saturday and Sunday 7:00am - 4:00pm

A comprehensive fitness center designed to enhance your workout, featuring dumbbells, racks, cardio equipment, and circuit machines. Available to all recreation center members and the general public for a $3 drop-in daily use fee

C.V. Walton Racquet Center Tennis Courts

Location Details

Adjacent to the Recreation Center

Hours

Monday - Thursday 7:00am-9:00pm

Friday - 7:00am - 7:00pm

Saturday & Sunday - 7:00am - 4:00pm

The C.V. Walton Racquet Center Tennis Courts at the G.T. Bray Recreation Center offer State-of-the Art tennis courts. - Eight Clay Courts maintained daily. Available to Tennis Members and general public with a daily use $10 drop-in fee.

C.V. Walton Pickleball Courts

The C.V. Walton Racquet Center offer a State-of-the-Art pickleball facility. There are 20 pickleball courts, with 14 courts being covered and having large ceiling fans to keep the air circulation during the hot summer months, and 6 uncovered courts. Reservations for the courts can be made six days in advance by calling 941-742-5973 or seven days in advance by using the Court Reserve app. Reservations open at 7:00pm. We can’t wait to see you on the courts. Cost: Daily $5 - includes tax Membership (link to membership info)