About the Bob Crane Community Center

Cost Summary

Two bond issuances are helping to fund this project:

• Income tax revenue bonds not to exceed $55 million, as authorized by Ordinance 2-2021). These bonds will be repaid through various sources, including Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funds and current and generated revenue sources from the new development.
• A second bond issuance of $13 million to finance the leasable space reserved for OSUWMC.

Community Center Capital Campaign

The Upper Arlington Community Foundation formed a Community Center Capital Campaign that was successful in reaching its goal of $8 million in private donations. A lead donation of $2 million by LoAnn Crane (now deceased) was in honor of her late husband, Robert Crane, and the genesis of the Bob Crane Community Center name. Click here for more on the Foundation’s Capital Campaign.

OSU Wexner Medical Center Lease Financials

The 15-year lease by OSUWMC will generate more than $1 million annually in lease payments. It is also expected to generate more than $175,000 in annual income tax revenues from their employees who will be working at the facility.

Community Center Hours

Upon its opening in the Spring of 2025, the Bob Crane Community Center hours of operation will be as follows:

Child Watch Hours

E-Sports Hours

Adjusted Building Hours

Primary access to the Bob Crane Community Center will be on the north side of the building on Ridgecliff Road. A second entrance will be located on the south side of the building for membership passholders.

Parking

The Kingsdale Mixed-Use Project area surrounding the Bob Crane Community Center will provide more than 900 parking spaces, significantly exceeding parking standards for a development project of this size and providing a welcome buffer during peak usage.

Here’s a breakdown of what will be available:

• 226 parking spaces within the adjacent apartment building. This includes:
  • 37 limited mobility spaces
  • 12 ADA spaces
• 17 spaces in the courtyard between The Coventry Senior Living building and the Community Center. This includes:
  • 6 ADA spaces
• 31 parallel spaces surrounding the Community Center. This includes:
  • 9 limited mobility spaces
• 310 parking spaces in the new parking deck to the southeast of the Community Center. This includes:
  • 8 ADA spaces

Bicycle Racks

36 racks that can accommodate up to 72 bicycles will be available along Tremont Road and south of the Community Center with easy access to either the Main Entry or the Members Entry. 

Public Transportation

The Community Center is located close to the following bus routes:

• Route 3 – line to and from Downtown Columbus that includes Northwest Boulevard
• Route 32 – East to West line that includes Fishinger Road and E. North Broadway
• Route 75 – Downtown Columbus and Northwest Columbus service route that includes Tremont Road and Fishinger Road

Useful Links:

• COTA Website: //cota.com/
• Ride COTA: //ride.cota.com/#/
• COTA System Map: //www.cota.com/timetables/cota-system-map.pdf

The Event Center features:

• 1 large Event Space – that can accommodate up to 250 guests (banquet style). Located on Level 5, the space features exceptional natural light and great views to the north and west.
• This space can be split into three smaller meeting spaces that can each accommodate 42-56 people each seated classroom style, or 69-94 seated in rows for a lecture or presentation.
• Skyline Balcony – south facing outdoor patio.
• Catering Kitchen – equipped to support food service for events.
• Green Room – for use as a dressing room/pre-event space, and as a quiet space during regular operating hours.
• Audio-visual equipment
• The Gallery – featuring art exhibits showcasing regional artists. This gathering space can extend the area available for events or be used for remote work and lounge space.
• Natural light – with motorized shades.
• Service Elevator – for food delivery, separate from guest entrance/access.

Event Center Early Bird Special

The Bob Crane Community Center Event Center will be available for rentals starting in the summer of 2025. As an incentive for any individuals or groups looking to secure an event space next year, we will be offering a 25% discount on rental fees for renting the entire Event Center (three combined rooms), if your booking is secured by December 31, 2024. Use the Contact Us form below or call 614-583-5300 to learn more.

Click here for Event Center rental details.

Ages:
16 years & up
12-15 years, must be directly supervised by a parent or guardian, OR after passing the Junior Fitness Orientation Program

The Community Center features several fitness and exercise space options:

• Level 1 – the main fitness area in the building features a variety of cardio equipment including treadmills, ellipticals, steppers and bikes, a full circuit of selectorize weight equipment, and a free weights area that includes, benches, racks, and machines to provide a full body workout.
• Mezzanine Exercise Floor – overlooking the Level 1 exercise area, this space features additional cardio machines, selectorize equipment, and a stretching area in a more private setting.
• Mezzanine Level Group Exercise Rooms

  • Group Exercise A – has a hardwood exercise floor with mirrors and wall mounted bars. This space will be suitable for dance programs as well as other group exercise formats.
    Group Exercise B – has a durable rubberized floor and features a variety of weights, bands, balls and other fitness equipment.

• Level 3 Functional Fitness – This artificial-turfed area is a mix of open space and fitness equipment that allows for exercises that support and mimic everyday life activities including bending, pulling, pushing, squatting, reaching, twisting, and lunging. Equipment includes pulleys, ropes, plyometric boxes, kettlebells, air bikes, stepmills, and other equipment that promotes functional strength.
• Level 5 Exercise Stations – located In the corners of the track, these areas feature ample space for stretching and include TRX, weighted balls, resistance bands and adjustable pulleys machines to supplement your cardio workout. The area also includes rowers and air bikes.

Ages:
10 years & up
9 years & under, must be directly supervised by a responsible individual

The Community Center features three full-size gymnasiums:

• Level 3 Auxiliary “MAC” Gym – this gymnasium features rubberized flooring and is suitable for multiple uses. The floor is lined for basketball, volleyball and pickleball. The rubberized flooring provides a gym that can be used for a variety of sports including baseball, softball, lacrosse and soccer, and also to host events. Two batting cages drop from the ceiling.
• Level 4 Main Gymnasium space – two full hardwood courts with impressive views to the south. The floor is lined for basketball, volleyball and pickleball. The elevated walking track extends above the gym floor. A dividing curtain can be used to separate the two gyms for different activities.

Ages:
13 years & up
8-12 years, must be directly supervised by a parent or guardian

The Level 5 Track overlooks the Gymnasiums on Level 4, and features three lanes for walking and running, with 12 laps the equivalent of one mile distance. This area also includes a stretching area and fitness/exercise stations.

1918 Lounge – Level 2

Ages:   60 years & up

The 1918 Lounge on Level 2 is named in recognition of the year Upper Arlington was established. This lounge provides a communal gathering space for older adults. The Lounge offers gathering spaces, coffee bar, fireplace, books, puzzles, tables for activities, and opens onto a large, multi-purpose outdoor deck. The 1918 Lounge has easy access to:

• Restrooms
• Arts classroom/studio
• Program Rooms
• UA Parks & Rec Administration
• Office space for the Upper Arlington Community Foundation and the Upper Arlington Commission on Aging

The Deck – Level 2

A large, multi-purpose outdoor deck overlooks Tremont and Ridgecliff roads to the west/north. This attractive gathering space features seating, plants, umbrellas, a fire pit, and an outdoor exercise area.

Level 4 Lounge

Located in between E-Sports, the Main Gym and The Game Space, this space is ideal for those looking for a casual space to hang out before and after play.

Skyline Balcony – Level 5

Adjacent to the Event Center, the Skyline Balcony offers impressive views to the south, from 172 feet above ground.

The Gallery – Level 5

This spacious indoor area is ideal for remote working, networking and catching up with friends. The Gallery offers sofa seating and high–top tables, and provides a great space to extend the Event Center, connecting to the Skyline Balcony.