Derick G.S. Davis Community Center

Cost:  Free   
Pre-registration is not required. 

• Children ages 7-10 must be accompanied by an adult or a sibling 14 years or older.

• *Note special events, programs  and league play may impact Open Gym times. Please call 910.341.7867 to confirm times. 

Open Gym Hours are also offered at the MLK Community Center 

Gym Rules

DO:
- Check in & display ID upon entry
- Be respectful
- Follow posted age requirements
- Alert center staff if a problem arises
- Wear appropriate athletic attire
- When playing on court surfaces, athletic shoes must be worn
- Keep track of your belongings, center staff are not responsible for lost or stolen items
- Most importantly, HAVE FUN!

DO NOT:
- Drink or eat in the gymnasium
- Possess alcohol, drugs, or tobacco on city property
- Possess firearms, knives, or weapons of any kind on city property
- Display gang paraphernalia, which includes but is not limited to: bandanas, hats, and clothing
- Hang on nets; dunking is only permitted in an officiated game
- Damage the facility; users are responsible for all damages
- Fight, horseplay, argue, or display abusive or inappropriate behavior or language

Indoor pickleball
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon in the gymnasium
Equipment available (i.e., paddles, balls, nets)

Outdoor pickleball
Offered first-come, first-serve when the tennis court is available
Pickleball lines were added in 2023

Adults with Disabilities Open Gym
Mondays noon to 1 p.m.

July-2024-Gym-Schedule_DC_MLK.pdf(PDF, 237KB)

The Davis Center has various spaces available to rent when there are no scheduled programs. Rental of the multi-purpose room includes tables and chairs for indoor use only. If an athletic field is needed for rental, interested parties must complete the Field Rental Application. The City of Wilmington, hereinafter referred to as “City,” has priority scheduling of the facility or athletic field for programs, events and activities. Reservations are for at least two (2) hours, including set-up and breakdown. Rental spaces are available to groups, businesses and individuals by reservation on a first-come first served basis. Reservations must be made at least three (3) weeks in advance – requested dates will not be held without payment. Larger, more organized events may require 30-day notice. Applications are a request for use and do not guarantee a reservation.

Application may be found here(PDF, 223KB).

Submission portal, here.