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Chester Recreational Association

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Chester Recreational Association is a member-only facility. Please visit our website for more information. Chester Recreational Association is not just a pool!

Sure, we have three swimming pools (a "Z" shaped - 2' to 10' pool with diving area and 12' water slide; a 25 meter lap/competition pool; and a kiddie pool with covered deck), but we also have six lighted tennis courts, three tennis walls, tennis teams, two sand volleyball courts, a children's playground, basketball court, sand soccer field, horseshoe pits, a full service snack bar, a gazebo and tw

o pavilions (one screened in). With these facilities, CRA provides swimming lessons, tennis lessons and tournaments, a championship youth swim team, volleyball clinics and tournaments, holiday events, youth and adult socials, and much, much more! It is a place where families can spend great time together with something fun for everyone. CRA - it's where Chester spends the summer.

06/19/2026

TONIGHT!

💙🍜 Noodle Night at CRA! 🍜💙

Looking for a fun way to spend your Friday evening? Join us for Noodle Night!

We'll provide the pool noodles - you bring the fun! Whether you're racing across the pool, building noodle creations, or just floating with friends, it's the perfect way to kick off the weekend.

📅 Fridays
⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM
💙 Pool noodles provided

See you in the water! 🌊☀️

📷: All photos have been posted with permission.

06/19/2026

TONIGHT!

☕🚚 Need a little pick-me-up before the weekend?

Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck will be at CRA this Friday from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM! Stop by and treat yourself to your favorite coffee or specialty drink before heading to the pool or starting your evening.

Bring your friends, grab a drink, and support a great local business. We can’t wait to see you there!

📅 Friday
⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 CRA Pool

06/18/2026

🧺🌞 Happy International Picnic Day! 🌞🧺

One of our favorite sights at CRA is seeing families gather together for a meal between swims, sharing laughs, stories, and a little sunshine along the way.

Whether it's sandwiches packed from home, a special family recipe, or takeout from a local favorite, there's something special about enjoying a meal al fresco with the people you love. 💙

Did you know CRA has a pavilion available for members to use during their visit? The pavilion includes a grill and refrigerator making it easy to turn a day at the pool into a full picnic experience. Fire up the grill, keep your drinks cold, and enjoy a relaxing meal before heading back to the water!

Today, we celebrate the simple joy of good food, great company, and summer days spent together.

06/18/2026

📸 Caught at CRA! 📸

Today’s “Caught at CRA” feature shines the spotlight on one of our tiniest member: sweet Baby Adeline! 💕

At just 4 weeks old, Adeline is so tiny she wears American Girl doll clothes, but that doesn’t stop her from enjoying pool days with her family! ☀️💦

We love seeing members of all ages making memories at CRA, from our youngest swimmers to our longtime pool friends. Welcome to the CRA family, Adeline! We’re so glad you’re here! 💙

📸Posted with her family’s permission.

06/18/2026

☕🚚 Need a little pick-me-up before the weekend?

Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck will be at CRA this Friday from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM! Stop by and treat yourself to your favorite coffee or specialty drink before heading to the pool or starting your evening.

Bring your friends, grab a drink, and support a great local business. We can’t wait to see you there!

📅 Friday
⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 CRA Pool

06/17/2026

🚗🌟 CRA VIP PARKING RAFFLE! 🌟🚗

Want the best parking spots at the pool?

We’re raffling off 2 Prime VIP Parking Spaces located right by the tennis courts! 🎟️

How it works:
✅ Raffle tickets are $5 each
✅ 2 winners will be drawn each month
✅ Winners receive exclusive use of a VIP parking space for the entire month!

Remaining Drawing Dates:

📅 June 30
📅 July 31

Please Note: VIP parking is not available during home swim meets or holidays.

Skip the long walk, unload pool gear with ease, and park like a VIP all summer! 😎

Interested? Purchase your raffle tickets in the front office today for a chance to win!

06/17/2026

🌊 Introducing Poolside Punchlines! 🌊

New this season at CRA - the daily joke or pun. Some are clever, some are groan-worthy, and a few might just make you roll your eyes - but they always make us smile!

This summer, we'll be sharing photos of each day's joke board as part of our new Poolside Punchlines series. We hope these little moments of humor brighten your day, whether you're spending it poolside or just wishing you were.

Keep an eye on our page for your daily dose of summer smiles! 😎☀️

How do pirates measure the distance they swim?
In YARRRRRRds! 😂

06/16/2026

📸 Caught at CRA! 📸

One of the best parts of CRA isn't just the pool - it's the memories our members make all summer long. From cannonballs and swim team victories to family cookouts, Gaga ball fun, and relaxing poolside with friends, there's always something happening at CRA!

We're excited to launch Caught at CRA, a new member spotlight series featuring photos of our members enjoying everything CRA has to offer.

Want to be featured? Drop your favorite CRA photos in the comments below! Throughout the season, we may select photos to highlight on our social media pages and share the stories that make our community special.

📷 By posting photos in the comments, you are granting CRA permission to share those images on our social media platforms. While we'd love to feature everyone, selection is not guaranteed.

We can't wait to see CRA through your eyes. Share your favorite summer memories below! ☀️🏊‍♀️💙

06/16/2026

🌊☀️ FLOAT NIGHT & NOODLE NIGHT ARE BACK! ☀️🌊

Looking for a fun way to wind down your summer evenings at CRA? Grab your favorite float or pool noodle and join us for two of our members' favorite weekly traditions!

🛟 Float Night
📅 Mondays
⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM

💙 Noodle Night (noodles are provided)
📅 Fridays
⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM

Bring your floats, bring your noodles, and enjoy an hour of relaxing fun in the pool with family and friends. Whether you're drifting under the evening sky or challenging your friends to a noodle race, it's the perfect way to make the most of summer at CRA!

Please remember to follow all lifeguard instructions and pool safety rules.

Who's joining us this week? 🌊😎

06/15/2026

🏊‍♀️ Looking for Swim Lessons? 🏊‍♂️

CRA members interested in private or family swim lessons can connect directly with one of our certified lifeguards for personalized instruction this summer!

A list of available lifeguards, along with their contact information, is available at the front gate. Members are welcome to review the list and coordinate directly with the guard of their choosing to schedule lessons.

Whether you're helping a young swimmer build confidence, working on stroke technique, or looking for family instruction, our talented lifeguards are ready to help make a splash this season!

Questions? Stop by the front gate for more information.

Address

11740 Chester Road
Chester, VA
23831

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 9pm
Tuesday	10am - 9pm
Wednesday	10am - 9pm
Thursday	10am - 9pm
Friday	10am - 10pm
Saturday	10am - 9pm
Sunday	10am - 9pm

Telephone

+18047484397

Website

http://www.chesterrec.org/

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