The city of Chandler announces the completion of a major expansion of the Tumbleweed Recreation Center, adding 11,000 square feet of new space designed to enhance community engagement and support multi-generational programming, according to a  news release.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held Saturday, May 17, 9 a.m. to celebrate the expansion, followed by an open house until noon. Residents are invited to explore the new facility, participate in fitness demonstrations, visit vendor tables, enjoy hands-on activities and enter raffles for fun giveaways.

Located on the east side of the existing facility, the new addition features a fitness room, craft studio, a dividable classroom, events hall, game area, restrooms, lobby and reception area, two shaded patios, and a separate entrance from the existing rec center. The entrance includes a new public art shade canopy.   

The new space will be home to the Saguaro Social Club, a dedicated time for those age 55 and older to enjoy exclusive access and programs Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Apart from the Saguaro Social Club hours, the space will be open for registered programming.

The Tumbleweed Recreation Center is located at 745 E. Germann Road, Chandler.

For more information about the center expansion and upcoming programs, visit the Tumbleweed Recreation Center. 

The rec center was originally constructed in 2008 as a 62,000 square-foot recreational facility that provides a variety of classes and activities for all ages.

The existing center features an art studio, catering and teaching kitchen, ceramics studio, child watch, classrooms, dance studio, fitness areas, group exercise studio, gymnasium, indoor track, locker room with showers, meeting room, multipurpose room, and racquetball courts.

Construction of the expansion began in January 2024 through a contract awarded to Chasse Building Team. The facility was designed by Barker Rinker Seacat Architecture.

The need for a multigenerational facility in Chandler was identified through previous assessments of recreational spaces and options to meet the community’s need for adult programs.

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