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Adult Lap Swim
Sunday: 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.,2:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Monday: 7:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.,1:15 p.m.-4:00 p.m.,6:30 p.m.-9:20 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.,1:15 p.m.-4:00 p.m.,6:30 p.m.-9:20 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.,1:15 p.m.-4:00 p.m.,6:30 p.m.-9:20 p.m.
Thursday: 7:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.,1:15 p.m.-4:00 p.m.,7:00 p.m.-9:20 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.,1:15 p.m.-3:00 p.m.,6:30 p.m.-9:20 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.,2:15 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Asser Levy Recreation Center, 392 Asser Levy Place, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 7, 2013
End Date: June 15, 2013
Age:Adult / Senior
For members ages 18 years and over.
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OutlookAdult Lap Swim
Sunday: 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.,3:15 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Monday: 7:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.,1:15 p.m.-2:30 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.,12:00 p.m.-2:15 p.m.,6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.,11:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m.,7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Thursday: 7:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.,12:00 p.m.-2:15 p.m.,7:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.,11:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.,5:00 p.m.-7:15 p.m.
Saturday: 3:15 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Tony Dapolito Recreation Center, 1 Clarkson Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: March 16, 2013
End Date: May 25, 2013
Age:Adult / Senior
The swimming pool is open for adult lap swimming. Adults ages 18 and older swim laps in one of three lanes: slow, medium or fast. Exceptions may be made at the discretion of a manager for a youth in the Parks Swim Team or Lifeguard Training Program.
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Adult Swim
Monday: 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Thursday: 12:15 p.m.-2:15 p.m.
Tony Dapolito Recreation Center, 1 Clarkson Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: March 18, 2013
End Date: May 23, 2013
Age:Adult / Senior
Adult Swim hours are for the leisurely swimmer. There are two lanes available for swimming laps, with one for stretching, exercising and wading in the water. Laps are not required during this time.
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Basketball
Monday: 7:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m.,5:30 p.m.-6:45 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m.
Thursday: 7:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m.,5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.
Tony Dapolito Recreation Center, 1 Clarkson Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 8, 2013
End Date: June 14, 2013
Age:Adult / Senior
Take your game to the next level in our basketball court. Shoot some hoops, start a pick up game, practice drills or get fit while having fun.
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Beginner Yoga
Thursday: 12:00 p.m.-1:15 p.m.
Asser Levy Recreation Center, 392 Asser Levy Place, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 7, 2013
End Date: June 7, 2013
Age:Adult / Senior
Instructor: Amy Tobin
An introduction to the benefits of yoga. While yoga is primarily about stretching, it develops strength and increases flexibility. Each pose has a specific purpose.
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Dana Fitness World
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Thursday: 1:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Friday: 1:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Hamilton Fish Recreation Center, 128 Pitt Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 8, 2013
End Date: June 15, 2013
Age:Teen / Adult / Senior
Instructor: Mr. Dana Brown
This intense one stop full body, cardio blasting experience addresses every aspect of your body's fitness and conditioning needs and is comprised of three components: strength and muscle endurance, anaerobic intervals and flexibility focused on active recovery.
For questions or concerns, please contact Dana Brown.
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Intermediate Swim
Thursday: 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Asser Levy Recreation Center, 392 Asser Levy Place, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 7, 2013
End Date: June 7, 2013
Age:Adult / Senior
Instructor: Boris Shpitalskiy
Learn the basic strokes and spend time developing form to move through the water efficiently. At this level, beginners perfect their form and build endurance.
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Learn to Swim and Adult Learn to Swim
Tuesday: 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.,6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Tony Dapolito Recreation Center, 1 Clarkson Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: March 16, 2013
End Date: May 25, 2013
Age:Everyone
Learn to Swim is for all age groups that want to learn the basics of swimming. Class levels will vary depending on student capabilities. Adult Learn to Swim is on Thursdays in the evening. All Learn to Swim classes are taught by trained Parks Aquatics staff.
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NYC Dept. for the Aging's STAY WELL Prg.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
University Settlement Senior Center 
, 189 Allen Street, Manhattan
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Age:Senior
The Stay Well exercise program is geared for all seniors, ranging from the fit to those with disabilities. The curriculum includes aerobic exercises as well as routines designed to enhance balance, build muscle strength and aid in the performance of the tasks associated with daily living. Classes end with stress reduction exercises. Open to anyone 60+.
Phone: (212) 473-8217
Cost: Free
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Please note: Programs with this symbol () are not managed by the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation. While Parks does its best to maintain accuracy in search results, users are strongly advised to call or email the program organizers directly for up-to-date information.
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You may use any of Parks' recreational spaces, except tennis courts, without a permit. However, if a permit holder arrives with a valid permit in hand, you must vacate the field or court. An individual must have a season permit or single-play ticket to use Parks' tennis courts.
Organized play (leagues) requires a permit. Click here for an application and more information about permits.
West 4th St. Courts
W. 4TH ST. & 6TH AVENUE (Manhattan) | 
Facility Type: Basketball Courts
Minetta Plgd
MINETTA LANE, W 3 ST & AVE OF AMERICAS (Manhattan) |
Facility Type: Exercise Equipment
Minetta Playground
MINETTA LANE, W 3 ST & AVE OF AMERICAS (Manhattan)| 
Level: 2
Sara D. Roosevelt Park (B)
DELANCEY ST. BETWEEN FORSYTHE AND CHRISTIE STS. (Manhattan) |
Facility Type: Basketball Courts
Stanton St Courts
STANTON ST (Manhattan)| Level: 4
Essex Playground
ESSEX, NORFOLK & HOUSTON STS (Manhattan)| Level: 2
Essex Playground
ESSEX, NORFOLK AND E. HOUSTON ST. (Manhattan) |
Facility Type: Basketball Courts
William F Passannante Ball Fld
W HOUSTON ST, AVE OF AMERICAS, MACDOUGAL ST (Manhattan)|
Downing Street Playground
DOWNING TO CARMINE STS, AVE OF AMERICAS (Manhattan)| Level: 4
Madison Square Park
E 25 ST & MADISON AVE (Manhattan)| Level: 3
Renovated in 2001, this spot is continually voted one of the top playgrounds in the city. In 2006, NY Magazine listed it as the Best Outdoor Playground, and in 2008, it was voted in Nickelodeon’s Parents’ Picks 2008 Awards as Best Playground/Park in the city. It features a fifteen-foot-high waterwheel sprinkler with colorful alphabet blocks that squirt water from below (open seasonally), and a highly colorful jungle gym that features two climbing structures designed for smaller and bigger kids. There are four infant swings and one tire swing for older children. During summer months, a recreation specialist is on hand to lead daily art activities and games, and oversee the Exploration Station.
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Team and league sports provide a great opportunity to get fit, socialize, and have fun. Some leagues are casual, while others are more competitive. Email or call the leagues below to find out more about your local team and its players.
14th Street YM-YWHA (of The Educational Alliance) Youth Baseball & Soccer Leagues
Borough: Manhattan
Age: Youth
Type: Soccer
Phone: (212) 673-0900 x306
ADW SPORTS
Boroughs:Manhattan, Manhattan, Manhattan
Age: Youth/Adult
Type: Baseball/Softball, Basketball/Netball, Football
COED FOOTBALL / COED SOFTBALL/ COED BASKETBALL
Phone: 646 228 3058 | Email
Achilles International
Borough: Manhattan
Age: Adult
Type: Running/Jogging
Achilles meets rain or shine on Tuesday evenings at 6:15 PM and Saturday mornings at 10:15 when there is no race. Tuesday evenings we meet at the New York Road Runners Club (9 E. 89th Street) between 6 - 6:15 PM. Saturday mornings, we meet in Central Park, at 90th Street and Fifth Avenue, adjacent to the Central Park Reservoir.
Phone: 212-354-0300 | Email
American Youth Table Tennis Organization
Boroughs:Manhattan
Age: Youth
Type: table tennis
During after school and weekend hours, we offer urban school students an opportunity to learn the exciting, dynamic and strategic sport of table tennis.
Asphalt Green Tee Ball and Softball/ Soccer
Borough: Manhattan
Age: Youth
Type: Flag Football, Softball, & Soccer
Phone: (212) 369-8890
Big Apple Softball League
Borough: Manhattan
Age: Adult
Type: Softball
Phone: (212) 388-0897
Big City Volleyball League
Borough: Manhattan
Age: Adult
Type: Volleyball
Big City is NYC's favorite Indoor and Beach co-ed adult volleyball league. Teams and individuals of all levels, beginners through advanced are invited to participate. We also offer volleyball instructions for kids and adults.
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Black Top Street Hockey
Borough: Manhattan
Age: Adult
Type: Street Hockey
BTSH offers low-key, beginner friendly, co-ed street hockey (sneakers, not wheels) from March to November at Tompkins Square Park at the corner of Avenue A and E. 10th Street.
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Boricua Allstars
Borough: Manhattan
Age: Youth
Type: baseball/softball
Phone: (646) 339-1714
Broadway Show League
Borough: Manhattan
Age: Adult
Type: Softball
Phone: 917-887-5937 | Email
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