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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the GPCC located?
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The GPCC is located approximately one mile west of the Plymouth Meeting Mall on Jolly Road, which intersects with Germantown Pike. Click here to view a map.
Everyone is welcome to visit the Community Center for a self-tour of the facility (special brochures are available in the lobby). Click here for a complete listing of facility hours. |
Do you need to be a resident
to use the Community Center or to become a pass holder?
| The Community Center is open to everyone – non-residents and residents of Plymouth Township. We offer a variety of options to suit your lifestyle and budget. Additionally, anyone can become a pass holder. |
How do I know if I live
in Plymouth Township? Or, if my business is in Plymouth Township?
| For a general guideline (not 100% accurate), the Township's borders are Butler Pike, Township Line Road, Arch Road/New Hope Street, and 12th Avenue in Conshohocken. |
Where can I find the current
schedule for either the gymnasium or aquatics center?
| Click here to get our current gymnasium schedule or aquatics center schedule. Schedules are also on the literature rack in the GPCC lobby and will soon be available on our new auto-answer phone system. |
What makes each pass different?
Daily Passes are ideal for occasional visitors and guests and entitle the bearer to one (1) day’s use of the Community Center.
3-Month Pass Pass is an ideal an economical choice for repeat day pass or seasonal users. Pass holders have unlimited visits for 3 consecutive months.
Annual Passes are the best value giving the bearer access to all amenities and services at the GPCC with discounted rates on most programs. |
What payment options are
available for passes?
You may pay for your pass using cash, personal check (with photo ID), Visa, Mastercard, or Discover credit cards.
We also offer an Annual Pass Payment Plan, which is directly debited from your bank account. The payment plan, also known as an Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT), is available for the purchase or renewal of annual passes*.
The monthly fee is automatically deducted from your personal checking or money market account.
Upon registration, only pay the initial one-month fee and a one-time $25 service charge.
This initial payment must be paid with a check showing the account number from which your funds will be transferred.
For more information regarding this payment plan, pick up the flyer in the GPCC lobby, or call either the Administrative Manager or the Front Desk Coordinator during regular business hours.
*The EFT monthly payment plan is only available for payment of annual passes and is not applicable towards payments for program registrations, rentals, etc. |
Will my health insurance
company reimburse me for my annual pass fees?
| For subscribers of Independence Blue Cross, Keystone, Keystone 65, Personal Choice and Ameri-Health, a flyer is available at the front desk with instructions on how to participate in the Healthy Lifestyles Fitness Select program. For subscribers of other health plans, contact your health insurance company to see if you are eligible to be reimbursed for your Annual Pass fees. If so, ask for information on how to register. |
How old must my child
be to stay at the Community Center without adult supervision?
| Youths under the age of 12 years must be accompanied by a parent to use the Community Center facilities. Youths between age 12 and 17 years may use the facilities without supervision for a maximum of 3 consecutive hours per day. Youths enrolled in any organized program or activity may be dropped off for the length of the scheduled activity. Youths must be age 12 or older to be alone in the pool. The Fitness Center is open to anyone over age 16 and is restricted to youths age 12 and under for safety reasons. Youths between 13 and 15 may use the Fitness Center when accompanied by an adult. |
Who needs to have a Fitness
Assessment?
Prior to utilizing the Fitness Center, certain adult Annual Pass Holders are required to have a computerized fitness assessment, which will include: aerobic capacity, body fat analysis, flexibility, muscular strength, resting heart rate and resting blood pressure. (For family passes, only the two senior individuals receive assessments.) Teen Annual Pass Holders must have an orientation to the equipment prior to using the Fitness Center. If you fall into one of these categories, then you also will need a physician’s referral before utilizing your pass (other circumstances may apply – it is up to the discretion of the fitness staff):
Age 50 or older
Have a major medical or orthopedic problem (i.e.: heart disease, asthma, slipped disk)
Under the care of a health professional (i.e.: chiropractor, medical doctor)
Taking medications to control a medical condition (i.e.: blood pressure, cholesterol)
High coronary risk factors (i.e.: a smoker who is over weight and does not exercise) |
Are gift certificates
available?
| Give the gift of health for birthdays, holidays or special occasions! Gift certificates are available in dollar amounts and may be used towards passes, activities and programs. |
What types of programs are offered at the GPCC?
| We offer a variety of programs for all ages and interests. Choose from youth sports, arts and crafts, after school programs, fitness and wellness classes, computer classes, water exercise programs, day trips, sport leagues, tournaments, preschool programs, swim lessons, summer camps, and much more. Annual pass holders receive discounted rates on most programs. |
When is your catalog of
programs published?
Leisure Visions is the Parks & Recreation Services Activities Guide. It is published quarterly for winter, spring, summer and fall, and is mailed to Plymouth Township residents and Annual Pass Holders. It contains all of the programs offered along with the dates and fees. Click here to view the brochure.
If you do not receive a copy of Leisure Visions in the mail,
pick one up at the Community Center or ask to be placed on our
mailing list so that you don’t miss out on your favorite activities
like line dancing, yoga, teen adventure group, kiddie crafts,
day trips, fit ‘n fifty aerobic classes, etc. There are activities
and programs for every age group, regardless of ability level. |
How can I receive the
latest updates on news, programs, and events at the GPCC and in Plymouth
Township?
Visit our website frequently to view open recreation schedules, pool schedules, updated program information, weather related closings and cancellations, details about upcoming special events, and much more!
Our quarterly activities guide, Leisure Visions, provides a complete update on programs for all ages, park amenities and locations, and our special events.
Click here to view our activities guide, Leisure Visions, now.
Click here to be added to our mailing list for Leisure Visions and other publications.
Click here to view programs through WebTrac, our online registration software.
Click here to view our summer camp brochure [PDF].
The Parks & Recreation E-Mail Newsletter is another option. Receive an e-mail announcement in your inbox regarding the various programs and recreation activities offered by the Parks & Recreation Department and the Greater Plymouth Community Center. Click here to sign-up.
Plymouth Township also has a cable station through Comcast (for Plymouth area residents only). Tune into Comcast channel 22 for program announcements, special events, and building hours. |
Can I get a refund for
a recreation program or class?
Because the decision to hold classes is based on enrollment numbers before the first class, refunds will not be issued after the program begins. Participants assume the risk of changes in personal affairs or health.
All requests for refunds must be made before the first class and must be in writing. We may request further documentation if necessary. All refunds include a $8 handling fee and refund checks take 6 to 8 weeks to process.
Since arrangements for trips are made months in advance, we cannot honor refund requests for trips. However, we will be happy to refund your money (minus $8 handling fee) if we have a waiting list for the trip. If no waiting list is available, we suggest you find a replacement for your spot and let us know so we can file the proper paperwork. |
Will I be notified if
I am accepted when I mail or fax my registration?
| We will be happy to notify you if a self-addressed stamped envelope is included. If not, no news is good news. |
Why would my program be
cancelled?
| All Parks and Recreation programs are run assuming minimum numbers are met. If registration does not meet the stated minimum, we will cancel the program a few days before it is set to begin. In this case, participants receive a full-refund. In such instances refunds may take 6 to 8 weeks |
Does the Community Center
have Birthday Party Packages?
| A variety of themed parties are offered for your convenience.
Click here to view our Birthday Party Package brochure.[PDF] |
Are there rental rooms at the Community Center?
If you’re planning a special occasion or need a meeting place for your organization or group, the GPCC has rental rooms that may be used for your next event. Food and refreshments are permitted, however, alcoholic beverages are prohibited. A catering kitchen is also available to keep your refreshments and meals at the optimum temperatures and to keep your rental room clutter-free and clean.
Those interested should call (610) 277-4312 for pricing information and to schedule an appointment. |
Can I purchase discount
tickets to amusement parks and ski resorts at the GPCC?
Everyone is encouraged to purchase discount tickets year-round. During the summer months select from amusement parks and other destinations such as: Dorney Park,
HersheyPark,
Six Flags Great Adventure,
the Philadelphia Zoo, aquariums,
Colonial Williamsburg,
Sesame Place,
Morey’s Piers
and others (select discount tickets are valid throughout the fall and winter months). Over the winter, discount ski tickets to area resorts are available for purchase. Our detailed flyers are available as a PDF or at the Community Center. |
Where can I find information
on local youth and adult sport organizations?
Plymouth Township youth and adult sports organizations function as their own entities. Each organization consists of volunteers who serve and operate with a board of officers to coordinate and manage the daily functions of the league. Here is a listing of each organization with contact information.
Plymouth Little League Baseball
Sheldon Simpson, President
(610) 292-1992
www.plymouthlittleleague.org
Registrations held in January
Plymouth Soccer Club
Bill Ruppenthal, President
(610) 226-7509
www.plymouthsoccer.org
Registrations held in May & June
P-W Ice Hockey
Michele Sulkes, President
(610) 834-7765
Registrations held in June
P-W Spartans Football League & Cheerleading
Gene Spirito, President
(610) 203-4913
www.pwspartans.org
Registrations held in June & July
Plymouth Junior ABA Basketball League
Floyd Pachella, President
(610) 828-1529
www.PlymouthJrABA.org
Registrations held in September & October
Greater Norristown Wrestling Club
John Russo, Head Coach
(610) 279-4283
www.gnwc.com
Registrations held in October & November
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