Graves Fitness Center- FT Belvoir

Graves Fitness Center, located at Fort Belvoir, is a premier facility dedicated to the health and fitness of military personnel, their families, and the wider community. Known for its state-of-the-art amenities and comprehensive fitness programs, the center is a hub for physical wellness, offering a welcoming and supportive environment for individuals of all fitness levels.

The center features a wide array of modern equipment, including cardiovascular machines, strength training equipment, free weights, and functional fitness areas. Whether you’re looking to improve your endurance, build muscle, or maintain overall fitness, Graves Fitness Center provides the tools and space needed to achieve your goals. The facility is designed to accommodate a variety of workout routines, from high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to traditional weightlifting, ensuring that every visitor can find the right fit for their fitness journey.

In addition to its extensive equipment, Graves Fitness Center offers a diverse selection of group exercise classes. These classes, led by certified instructors, include options such as yoga, spinning, Zumba, and boot camp, catering to different interests and fitness levels. Group classes are a great way to stay motivated, meet new people, and add variety to your workout routine. The center also hosts specialized training sessions and fitness challenges to keep the community engaged and motivated.

For those seeking personalized guidance, Graves Fitness Center provides access to professional personal trainers. These experts work closely with clients to develop tailored fitness plans, offering advice on exercise routines, nutrition, and lifestyle changes. Personal training at Graves is focused on helping individuals achieve their specific fitness objectives, whether that involves weight loss, muscle gain, or overall health improvement.

The center is equipped with convenient amenities such as locker rooms, showers, and a comfortable lounge area. These facilities are designed to enhance the overall experience, making it easy for members to transition from workouts to their daily activities.

Graves Fitness Center is more than just a place to exercise; it’s a community that promotes health, fitness, and well-being. With its advanced facilities, expert staff, and wide range of fitness options, the center is an essential part of the Fort Belvoir community, helping individuals stay active, healthy, and connected.

Graves Fitness Center phone number: +1 (703)806-5368 Graves Fitness Center has new restrictions in an effort to reduce risks associated with COVID-19. Patrons and employees must adhere to the following policies and procedures.

• Active Duty and First Responders have authorized all sessions. 
• Effective Oct. 26: Active Duty Family Members authorized all sessions except 5 - 6:30 a.m. and 7 - 8:30 a.m.
• Active Duty and First Responders will have priority entrance for the first 15 minutes of the session.
• Patrons must sign in with Name, Phone, and Email so staff can inform patrons of any potential exposure to COVID-19.
• POLICY CHANGE: All patrons must wear a face mask while in the Fitness Facilities to include exercising on cardio equipment and weight training.
• 40 patrons are the maximum capacity for Graves Fitness Center.
• Locker rooms closed.
• Basketball, racquetball, sauna, and steam rooms are closed.
• Must maintain a 6-foot social distance.
• Patrons are asked to line up outside front doors and wait for staff for entrance.
• Patrons and employees are asked to wash hands frequently.
• Must wipe down exercise equipment after use.
• Gym bags will not be allowed in the Fitness Center; changing rooms will not be accessible.
• Water fountains are closed; please bring your own water bottle.
• Lobby restrooms will be available. Only one person allowed in the restroom at any time.
• Fitness classes and all sports activities are canceled until further notice.

Graves Fitness Center Reopening Plan (PDF)

Amenities:

• 2 Basketball Courts
• 3 Racquetball Courts
• Free Weights
• Cardiovascular Area
• Selectorized Room
• Spin Room
• Rock Climbing Wall
• Sauna
• Steam Room
• Men's and Women's Locker Rooms with Showers

24 Hour Access at Graves Fitness

24-hour access at Graves Fitness Center is available.

Patrons must register their ID cards with Graves Fitness Center during normal hours. Even if your ID has been registered previously, you must re-register your card. Registration must be completed every year (one year from the day of registration).

*Note: If you get a new CAC card, you must re-activate your card with Sports and Fitness to be able to utilize the facilities after hours.

Age Requirements

Youth ages 12 - 15 must be actively supervised by an adult while working out at Graves Fitness Center.

Responsibility

The Fort Belvoir Graves Fitness Center is the responsible activity for the Fort Belvoir obstacle course operations.  Staff must:

1.  Review facility and equipment daily for safety and maintenance concerns.  A daily written checklist will be completed.

2.  Inspect daily to ensure the course is safe.  If there is inclement weather, the staff will secure the course and close it until further notice.

3.  Keep the area safe, neat, and clean.

4.  Maintain accurate records of maintenance, accidents, incidents, and safety inspections.

5.  Schedule use of the course and oversee all MWR functions within the obstacle course.

6.  Ensure that only groups of three or more personnel from the eligibility list reserve/use the course.

Equipment

Obstacles are placed at specific site locations and are not to be removed/moved outside the fenced area.

** At the discretion of the Graves Fitness Center staff, the obstacle course will not be open if weather conditions/light make usage of the course unsafe.**

Rules and Regulations

1.  Each group’s representative will be required to sign reservation form B (PDF).

2.  The gate will be unlocked only during approved unit or tenant agency reserved time slots.

3.  At the conclusion of the exercise, the group representative will ensure the area is cleaned and obstacles are placed in their respective locations for the next group.  A Graves Fitness staff member will be on-site to inspect the area and give the all-clear to the group representative.

4.  The structures are not intended to be used individually or by children under 16.  This is not a playground.

5.  No children under the age of 17 are allowed within or outside the fenced area unsupervised.

6.  Appropriate athletic attire must be worn.  Jeans, dress pants, cut-offs, exposed sports bras, etc. are prohibited.  Please reference the proper attire poster in the facility.  Shirts and closed-toe shoes are required at all times and no barefoot climbing is allowed on obstacles.

7.  Use of the obstacle course is at your own risk; these risks include but are not limited to, physical hazards to oneself, failure of equipment and/or gear, injury from falling, impact with the obstacle, rope abrasions, and other equipment related injuries such as cuts and bruises.  Each person (18 years and older) will sign a waiver (PDF) prior to exercising on the structures.  It will be kept on file for future use.  As there is no supervision on-site, for safety reasons there is a requirement for a minimum of three personnel on-site to act as spotters.

8.  All equipment must be inspected prior to use to ensure structural integrity and the safety of the obstacles.

9.  Preparation exercises must be conducted before commencing the course and recovery exercises conducted upon completion.

10.  The course will be open by reservations only during posted hours and may be used for unit training before or after posted hours with the proper request form submission.

11.  Training may be postponed/modified when obstacles are slippery due to inclement weather or insufficient light.

Reservations

Group or Unit Training reservations are taken at the Fort Belvoir Graves Fitness Center and require form submission at least 24 hours prior to the requested date.