Facility Information Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Welcome to the NEW Douglass Activity Center! Founded in 1904, the Douglass School now known as the Douglass Annex) served several generations of Black students prior to desegregation. Built in the 1940s, the Douglass Community Center originally served as a United Service Organization for WWII soldiers. The only swimming pool open to Black residents at that time was located in Douglass Park, on the grounds where the new Douglass Activity Center is located. Today, the Douglass Center continues to be a vital and vibrant part of the Manhattan community. Its presence continues to be essential for Black students at KSU and soldiers stationed at Fort Riley, but it has evolved over the years to encompass education, recreation, fellowship, and kinship for all members of the community. The construction of the new Douglass Activity Center provides the opportunity to represent, celebrate, and honor the rich history of the Black community within Manhattan.
Sunday Noon - 4:00 PM
925 Yuma Street Manhattan, KS 66502 mhkprd.com/douglasscenter 785-587-2773
2021 FALL Brochure
Fitness Classes
Drop-In Gym Activities
8-week sessions | $25/session
Pickleball Drop-In:
Total Body Strong
Monday & Wednesday 5:30 PM | DAC Fitness Room A total body workout class using your own body weight & a variety of equipment.
Zumba
Monday & Wednesday 5:30 PM | DAC Gym Dance party fitness with a contagious blend of Latino & international rhythms!
Accessing the Center Access to the Douglass Activity Center is FREE but all participants must have an MHK Rec Center Membership. This no-cost membership is valid at Douglass, Anthony, & Eisenhower Recreation Centers. Only one pass is needed per family. Register in person at the front desk or online at www.mhkprd.com/recpass.
Yoga
Tuesday & Thursday 5:30 PM | DAC Fitness Room Strengthen & stretch the body while refocusing your mind.
Total Body Fitness
Tuesday & Thursday 11:00 AM | DAC Fitness Area A total body workout using fitness machines.
Fitness Pass
Thursday Noon - 8:00 PM | 1 court
Basketball Drop-In: Monday - Friday Noon - 2:30 PM | 1 court Monday & Wednesday 2:30 - 5:00 PM | 2 courts Monday & Wednesday 5:00 - 6:30 PM | 1 court
Monday - Thursday, 3:00 - 8:00 PM Friday, 3:00 – 6:00 PM Saturday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday, Noon - 4:00 PM
Monday & Wednesday 6:30 - 8:00 PM | 2 courts
The Fitness Pass Program is a fee-based program for participants ages 18+. Cardio and strength training exercise equipment is available in the fitness area and fitness classroom. Register for your pass online at www.mhkprd.com/fitnesspass.
Tuesday & Friday 2:30 - 8:00 PM | 2 courts
Personal Training
Fitness Assessment + Five 1Hr Training Sessions; $75 package/$12 each additional hour One-on-one sessions with a certified trainer.
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - Noon | 2 courts Noon - 2:30 PM | 1 court
Facility Rental Both the Douglass Center and the Annex are available for rent. At this time, the new Activity Center is not a rental option. For more information, please contact 785-5872773 or visit www.mhkprd.com/rentals.
Monday & Wednesday 5:00 - 6:30 PM | 1 court
Thursday Noon - 8:00 PM | 1 courts Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | 2 courts