Group programs suspended until further notice. Contact us for service availability.
Who We Are
Foreign Affairs Recreation Association provides quality recreational, social and other services and activities for the general welfare of the employees of the State Department. Located in the District of Columbia, the greater Maryland, and Virginia areas.
Your Success is Our Goal
We understand that adapting new fitness habits is difficult and often times fails. Our goal is to change your view on fitness, so that it becomes apart of who you are and your lifestyle. We strongly believe that if you practice healthy habits, you will be able to obtain a healthy lifestyle.
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FARA FITNESS
FARA FITNESS
FARA FITNESS
FARA's 6,700 sq. ft. fitness center features treadmills, elliptical machines, free weights, kettle bells, and circuit training
Showers, lockers, and yoga class contribute to a well balanced experience!
PMI Parking
FARA FITNESS
FARA FITNESS
FARA offers our members parking at PMI Columbia Plaza, located on 23rd & E streets. The garage is open 24 x 7
A parking permit can be purchased at the FARA Service Center
FARA Shops
FARA FITNESS
Membership Has Benefits
Visit the shops located at Main State, in the Foggy Bottom Basement. FARA members received a discount!
The FARA Service Center is the central hub of service and information. Stop by with any questions you may have
Membership Has Benefits
Membership Has Benefits
Membership Has Benefits
FARA members enjoy a host of benefits including discounted PMI parking, and discounts at FARA concessionaires etc.
Vendors Corner
Membership Has Benefits
Vendors Corner
FARA hosts a different vendor each week. Stop by the FARA Service Center to find out who the vendor for the week is
Piano Lessons
Membership Has Benefits
Vendors Corner
For professionals and young aspiring musicians.
Director: Dr. Sonya Suhnhee Kim
Inquire about Piano lessons for all levels
at the FARA Service Center.
Membership Options Main State
Membership Prices
FARA Membership
1 YR $13.50
2 YR $22.00
3 YR $30.00
Payment methods include Visa, MasterCard or Check
Please send request to Cjackson@farastate.org, or leave us a message below in the comment section.
Fitness Center Option 1
Members may store items overnight
Permanent Locker 1 yr $430.00
Permanent Locker 6 mo $225.00
Keycard $10.00 (Refundable)
Call location for refund questions
Fitness Center Option 2
Members must remove all items daily
Daily Locker 1 yr $300.00
Daily Locker 6 mo $160.00
3 months $100.00
Keycard $10.00 (Refundable)
Call location for refund questions
FARA Concessionaires
FARA Gift & Logo
FARA Dry Cleaners
FARA Dry Cleaners
Has a large selection of State Department logo items, clothing, golf accessories, caps, pens, stuffed animals, duffle bags etc.
202-530-5748
Fax: 202-530-5749
Room B-612
9:00am - 5:00pm
FARA Dry Cleaners
FARA Dry Cleaners
FARA Dry Cleaners
Fast Dry Cleaning Services
202-653-5099
Room B-526
9:00am - 5:00pm
FARA Jewelers
FARA Dry Cleaners
FARA Barber Shop
Watch, Jewelry Repair, Engraving, 14K & 18K Gold Jewelry, Sterling Silver, Precious and Semi Precious Stones etc.
202-466-8885 or Fax: 202-466-8887
Room B-533
9:00am - 5:00pm
FARA Barber Shop
FARA Barber Shop
FARA Barber Shop
A full service Barber Shop specializing in Haircuts for men & women. Walk-ins are welcome!
202-296-2652
Room B-829A
9:00am - 5:00pm
Membership
FARA Barber Shop
Membership
Who is Eligible to Become a FARA Member?
The employees of DOS, the Embasseys & their contractors
Enjoy many benefits for just pennies a day!
Community Wellness Program
In an effort to expand the overall health and wellness in the local community, FARA has established a well rounded outreach program. The program will provide a combination of health, fitness, nutrition and excitement!
The program will consist of the following:
Classes are currently not available
Nutrition Classes
Zumba Classes
Weight Training Classes
Yoga Classes
All instructors are certified within their field of expertise.
Please contact us to schedule a visit
202-530-5752
M-F 10:00am - 3:00pm
FOREIGN Service Institute (FSI)
Parking
FARA offers parking at
FSI - 4000 Arlington Blvd.
Arlington Virginia 22204
703-302-7150
Location
The FARA office is located in the Field House, Room D-1101
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
10:00am - 2:00pm
Directions:
Take I-66 West
To US 50 W Arlington Blvd. W George Washington Mem. Pkwy. exit
Keep left, follow signs for US Route 50 West
Continue onto US 50 W Arlington Blvd.
Take Exit towards George Mason Drive
Merge onto Arlington Boulevard
Left onto South George Mason Drive
Left onto Arlington Blvd.
Right onto Property
Fitness Center
For your convenience FARA has a Fitness Center
Display their FAQs
Customers have questions, we have answers.
If I have a Fitness Center membership at HST or SA-17 can I use the Gym at the FSI campus?
Yes. If you first purchase a fitness membership at any of our other FARA locations, you can transfer that same membership to the FSI FARA Fitness center.
Are towels provided to the members using the fitness center?
Towel services are not available. You are welcome to bring your own.
Where can I park at the FSI campus?
The facility provides six parking lots on the campus, and an additional lot called the overflow across the street.
Can I use my HST parking pass or any other State Department annex parking permits at the FSI campus?
No. The FSI campus provides parking at a cost. The prices vary from $5.00 daily pass, $15 weekly pass and biweekly pass, $25 monthly pass, and $130 for six months to 12 months pass.
How do I pay?
Acceptable methods of payment include Visa, Mastercard, Check, Cash, or PayPal.
Make PayPal invoice requests at fsiparking@farastate.org
If I decide to ride my motorcycle, do I still need to pay for a parking pass?
No. Motorcycles are free when parking at the FSI campus. You still need to register your motorcycle on the FSI campus website, just like you would any other vehicle. It does require that you park it on the correct designated areas provided.
To update your parking profile (i.e., add/change the vehicle or personal information, add courses), click on the below link:
- DOS employees: http://fsicsapps.fsi.state.sbu/FsiparkingV3/disclaimer.aspx
- Non-DOS employees: http://fsiapps.state.gov/Fsiparking/
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Marc Gaynor 202-647-1975 GaynorM2@state.gov
Darrel Kniss 202-663-1687 KnissDD@state.gov
Hattie Jones 202-736-4451 JonesHO2@state.gov
Derek Cato 202-647-2463 CatoDX2@state.gov
Kulchyckyj, Yaropolk T 202-647-4801 KulchyckyjYT@state.gov
H.Martin McDowell 202-647-3024 McdowellHM@state.gov
Cheryl F. Williams 443-956-5973 Cherylwilliams618@hormail.com
Gregory W. Sullivan 202-647-2577 sullivanGW@state.gov
Sierra A. Bracero 202-702-0191 bracerosa@state.gov