Summer is here!  We hope that you had a chance to enjoy some pool time over the Memorial Day weekend!  This message is your weekly reminder of upcoming events and important information for Walden Glen. 

Important Information for Returning and New Members

POOL HOURS, CAPACITY and WEATHER-RELATED DELAYS or CLOSINGS:  

Weekend afternoons and Holidays are typically our busiest times at the pool, with evenings and weekdays being our lightest times. If you prefer a calmer experience or are ever curious how many people are at the pool before you head down, feel free to check your Member Dashboard to see the current count. You can also check here for weather-related delays or closings due to thunder and lightning.  

Pool hours and real-time status are listed at the top right side of the website. Staff will make every effort to update the status so that it is current. However, if you are uncertain about pool status, call the lifeguard station at (703) 451-9503 before heading to the pool.

We are currently operating under school day hours of 4-8 pm weekdays, 11-9 on Saturdays, and 11-8 on Sundays until the last day of school on June 11. After school lets out, our normal hours will be 12-8 (M, W, F) and 11:30-8 (T, Th) and 11-9 on Saturdays, 11-8 on Sundays.  You can always look up the hours at https://waldenglenpool.org/pool-hours/ if you have any questions.

CONCESSIONS: The concession stand is available to all members during operating hours and is on an honor system – you just need to get the key from the lifeguards. Children under 16 must be supervised by an adult and are not allowed into the concession stand on their own.

This year we have set up a cashless option to pay for concession purchases. There is a QR code near the cashbox in the concession stand. If you haven’t used this method in the past, you will have a quick set up and then you just enter the amount and add a comment such as “snack” and pay.  

SET UP YOUR HOUSEHOLD: Please set up your household in our member database. Members with a family account  can have one adult-sub-account (this account must have a different email address than the main account holder) and dependents. When you log into your account on the website, you’ll have an option on your dashboard to “set up your household.” This is important information for pool operations to have an accurate count of people at the facility. For children, you can even be notified on check in and check out! Please reach out to webmaster@waldenglenpool.org if you have any questions or need help. 

Swim and Dive: Our Swim & Dive Teams are interested in welcoming new members. It’s a great way to spend your summer as you make new friends, become a part of a team and learn new skills.  For more information about Swim Team, Swim School or Private Lessons, please reach out to:  waldenglenswimreps@gmail.com and for more information about Dive Team and Dive School, please reach out to diverep@waldenglenpool.org.

Tennis and Pickleball: This year we have partnered with TGA Fairfax to bring members and the larger community tennis and pickleball clinics, lessons, and camps throughout the year. Check here for the offerings!

Also, there is a new tennis wall available to members. This wall was built by Brady Creech, Walden Glen Wahoo and Boy Scout from Troop 1140. This was an Eagle Scout project.  The courts are available to members any time they are not being used by TGA and can be accessed using the code: 1105

Walden Glen Spirit Gear! Support our teams! Order car magnets, stickers, and more on the team store on the Wahoo Gear page. All are welcome to purchase items. (https://waldenglenswim.swimtopia.com/

Upcoming Walden Glen Events:

Sunday, June 1 (11 am) – Welcome to Walden Glen Brunch
Join us at the pavilion for a welcome, potluck brunch with old and new friends. Bring a breakfast item to share while we welcome (or welcome back) new members, sponsors and returning members. Children are welcome to join in the brunch but will not be able to swim until noon.

Saturday, June 7 (9 am) – Swim Team Time Trials. Come cheer on the Wahoos! Meet information will be sent to team members in the Weekly Wave (newsletter). 

Sunday, June 8 (5 pm) – Family Bingo Night. Bring your family down to the pavilion for lots of fun and prizes. Rounds will start at 5:30 pm. $5 for books of 10 games available for pre-purchase here: https://waldenglenpool.org/family-bingo-2-19-2/ and don’t forget to RSVP at the same link so we know how many to expect.

Weekly exercise classes/events continue at Walden Glen!

Serene Sundays: Begin on Sunday, June 1 and run through the end of the season. This is Adult Only time for the first hour of operations on Sundays (11 am – noon). This is a chance for adults to enjoy quiet lap swim or just adult “hanging out” time by the pool.  

Sunday, June 8 (11:00 am) Yoga Flow & Roll with Darina:  Classes are held during the “Serene Sundays” Adult Hour at the Pool.  Please bring a yoga mat and towel.   Classes will be canceled in the event of rain.  $15 for each 55 minute class; Cash, Check or Venmo: @Darina-BROWN.  Questions? Contact Darina at daricaletka@gmail.com or 571-438-4514.  Please also follow the Walden Glen Private Member Facebook Page for updates about class cancellations due to weather or schedule.  

Discover a sanctuary for healing and growth in our small group movement classes with Darina Brown, Yamuna Body Practitioner and Yoga & Pilates Instructor.  Classes are thoughtfully designed to restore balance, serenity, and vitality to both body and mind. Each session is rooted in therapeutic principles, emphasizing mindfulness, breathwork, gentle movement, and body rolling to create a nurturing space for self-discovery and healing. Whether you’re recovering from physical issues, seeking solace from emotional stress, or simply striving to achieve more vitality, Darina will provide guidance to support your journey.

Aqua Kick with Jen:  Classes begin on Thursday, June 19th at 5:00 pm, and on Sunday, June 22nd at Noon.  $7 for each class; Cash, ApplePay, Zelle or PayPal.  Questions? Contact Jen at jenwhitesel@gmail.com or 703-244-6033.  Please also follow the Walden Glen Private Member Facebook Page for updates about class cancellations due to weather or schedule.  

Looking for a low-impact way to stay fit and healthy?  Look no further than Aqua Kick.  Meet Jen Whitesel…WG’s own, who has been leading this class for 14 seasons! She is AFAA (Aerobic Ftness Association of America) Certified, ATRIC (Aquatic Therapy and Rehab Institute Certified) and a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, who has also treated in the water for the past 6 years. She has had a black belt in Tae Kwon Do since 1996 and taught land kickboxing for 10 years prior to teaching in the water.

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We are really looking forward to sharing an awesome summer with you at the Glen!  

See you around!