Rec Center improvements coming this summer
Published on June 29, 2026
The Lenexa Rec Center will complete several improvements this summer to enhance safety, functionality and the overall experience for members and guests. As the facility approaches 10 years of operation, these updates will help maintain and improve the spaces our community uses every day.
Construction will begin in mid-July and continue through September. The most noticeable change will be the expansion and reconfiguration of the main staircase. Additional work will take place in Kid Zone and Group X Studio 2, which will temporarily affect some gym spaces. The annual indoor pool cleaning is also scheduled during this time.
Improving access and traffic flow
Crews will expand and reconfigure the main staircase to improve traffic flow during busy times. The elevator and back stairwell will remain available throughout construction.
Upgrading Kid Zone
Updates to Kid Zone will add acoustic separation to reduce noise outside the child watch area. The project will also add a new emergency exit.
Staff expect to continue accommodating Kid Zone participants throughout construction, but capacity may be limited at times.
Refreshing Group X Studio 2
Group X Studio 2 is getting new flooring Aug. 3–7. During this update, daytime classes will move to the second-floor gym, and evening classes will move to the Cycle Studio. Three noon classes — Circuit Training, Strengthen & Stretch and Lift & Row — and Tuesday Cardio Sculpt at 5:45 p.m. will be canceled that week.
Annual pool cleaning
The indoor pool will close Aug. 3–7 for annual cleaning, painting and repairs. During this time, Rec Center members may use Lenexa’s outdoor pools at no additional charge.
Temporary gym impacts
To accommodate Kid Zone overflow and Group X classes during construction, staff will use the activity gym and second-floor gym as needed. This may temporarily affect:
- Pickleball: Activity gym unavailable from 9–11 a.m. in August for Kid Zone overflow.
- Basketball: Second-floor gym unavailable from 8 a.m. to noon Aug. 3–7 for for fitness classes that typically take place in Group X Studio 2.
What to expect during construction
Mid-July–September
- Main staircase expansion and reconfiguration (elevator and back stairwell remain available)
- Kid Zone improvements (capacity may be limited at times)
- Temporary gym space adjustments as needed
Aug. 3–7
- Group X Studio 2 flooring replacement (some classes relocated; select classes canceled)
- Indoor pool closure for annual cleaning (members may use outdoor pools at no additional charge)
- Temporary changes to gym availability
Stay informed
Sign up for Statusfy alerts or check the Kid Zone, fitness, pool and gym schedules for updates and construction impacts.
We appreciate the community’s patience as we complete these updates and enhance the Rec Center experience.