The vision for the large spaces of the CENTER at Autumn Ridge is not adequately captured in the word "gymnasium."  The space will truly be the CENTER for countless activities.

Designed with an intentional open configuration, curtains will allow temporary portioning of spaces only as necessary, with the ability to quickly open the entire space and adjoining classrooms to create a unique community center atmosphere. The CENTER will be in constant flux, changing hourly and daily.  For example, within a week, activities in the "gymnasium" might include six half-court basketball games, a local high school volleyball team practice, an overnight lock-in recreation event for students, or a kids club activity.

One gym might be configured with chairs for a women¹s event while a separating curtain would allow the other gym to be set up for a book fair. 

While Operation Christmas Child is packing in one half of the facility, a Red Cross safety course could be offered in the other. 

A regional conference could occupy the sanctuary, while breakout sessions fill classrooms in the CENTER, and the gymnasium could become a cafeteria serving 400 people.

Later in the week a student ministry worship event in half the space could spill out that evening into the other half where games and café tables are decorated with sparkling lights.

Dads and daughters could fill the gym the next day for a family volleyball tournament, while younger family members enjoy safe nursery facilities and the outdoor playground.

The following morning seniors could assemble for low-impact exercise followed by breakfast. The CENTER at Autumn Ridge will be unique in its flexible and multi-purpose design.