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Found 214 facilities, 26 programs, 1 league, and 4 events for Strength Training/Weightlifting
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Please note: Some programs require advance registration and/or recreation center membership. Always call the contact number provided before attending a program.
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Adult Citius, Altius, Fortius
Tuesday: 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m.
McCarren Play Center, 776 Lorimer Street, Brooklyn
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End Date: May 31, 2013
Age:Adult
Get "faster, higher, stronger" in this fun fitness class just for adults. The focus of the class alternates between different muscle groups, incorporating cardio and strength training. Get a full body workout as you get closer to the aim of the Olympic motto.
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OutlookBody Sculpting 101
Tuesday: 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
McCarren Play Center, 776 Lorimer Street, Brooklyn
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End Date: May 31, 2013
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Informed by the latest finding in exercise science and functional exercises, instructors focus on strengthening and fine tuning major muscle groups.
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Boot Camp
Thursday: 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m.
McCarren Play Center, 776 Lorimer Street, Brooklyn
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End Date: May 31, 2013
Age:Teen / Adult / Senior
This total body workout addresses muscle strength and endurance while keeping the heart rate up to burn calories and improve cardiovascular health.
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Core Conditioning
Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA 
, 1121 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn
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Age:Adult
This class focuses on abdominal, back, and core muscle training and stabilization to improve the body's overall functional strength.
Cost: free for members, non-members $95/8 weeks
Please check the center for cost and schedule.
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Gentle Tone & Stretch
Wednesday: 12:00 p.m.-12:45 p.m.
New Song Community Corporation-Triangle Building , 120th St & 8th Ave, Manhattan
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Age:Everyone
The Harlem Center for Healthy Living opened its doors in 2008 as a means to address the health disparities in Harlem, by focusing on education, activities and support in the prevention of obesity, hypertension, diabetes type 2, and heart disease. HCHL aspires to empower members with life-long healthy living habits. The monthly calendar of classes and activities include pilates, yoga, total body conditioning, salsa dancing, one on one healthy lifestyle coaching, healthy cooking demonstrations, holistic health workshops, and healthy community meals. Our goal at HCHL is to make wellness practices accessible and affordable for ALL in our community and to care for the total person/family. Children under 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Cost: $15/class or $75/year
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Group Fitness Classes
Monday: 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m.-10:15 a.m.,8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Maceus Studios , 175-25 139th Road, Queens
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Age:Everyone
Alwayz Fit 4 Lyfe Classes were designed for individuals who desire to live healthier lifestyles. The class will provide basic aerobic and total body conditioning exercises along with basic nutritional guidelines to assist you to meet your wellness & fitness Goals in an uplifting environment!
E-mail: Alwayzfit4lyfe@alwayzfit4lyfe.com
Cost: $5-$10
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Morning Fitness
Monday: 9:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Friday: 9:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Fort Hamilton Senior Recreation Center, 9941 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn
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Age:Senior
Get your day started off on the right foot! Gently awaken yourself in this low-impact, morning aerobics and stretching class.
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Olympic Weightlifting
Monday: 7:00 p.m.-9:45 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:00 p.m.-9:45 p.m.
Wednesday: 5:00 p.m.-9:45 p.m.
Thursday: 7:00 p.m.-9:45 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 p.m.-9:45 p.m.
Saturday: 1:00 p.m.-4:45 p.m.
Lost Battalion Hall Recreation Center, 93-29 Queens Boulevard, Queens
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Age:Teen / Adult / Senior
Olympic weightlifting is a type of weightlifting aimed at lifting maximum weight. It is mastered by gaining strength through practice and using techniques to effectively lift the barbells. For ages 14 and over.
This program requires registration and a $50 program fee.
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Senior Weight Room Hour
Monday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Recreation Center 54, 348 East 54th Street, Manhattan
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Age:Senior
Hour designated for seniors to work out in the weight room exclusively.
Must have a minimum of 7 seniors in order to reserve weight room.
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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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Strength Training/Weightlifting
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.
Bensonhurst Park
GRAVESEND BAY, 21 & CROPSEY AVES, BAY PKWY (Brooklyn) | 
Facility Type: Exercise Equipment
Bensonhurst Park
BAY PKWY & CROPSEY AVENUE (Brooklyn) |
Facility Type: Exercise Equipment
Betsy Head Field House
HOPKINSON STREET & AMBOY STREET (Brooklyn) |
Facility Type: Recreation Centers
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Bowne Park Field House
32ND AVENUE & 159TH STREET (Queens) |
Facility Type: Recreation Centers
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Boxcar Plgd (6)
CROTONA E-SUBURBAN/CHARLOTTE (Bronx) |
Facility Type: Exercise Equipment
Boyland Park
BROADWAY, FURMAN, GRANITE & ABERDEEN STS (Brooklyn) |
Facility Type: Exercise Equipment
Brevoort Playground
RALPH AVE & CHAUNCY ST (Brooklyn) |
Facility Type: Exercise Equipment
Brizzi Plgd
42 TO 43 STS, 10 TO NEW UTRECHT AVES (Brooklyn) |
Facility Type: Exercise Equipment
Bronx River Parkway East
DUNCOMB/NEREID AVE BRIDGE/BRONX BLVD/BRONX RIVER (Bronx) |
Facility Type: Exercise Equipment
Brookville Playground
BROOKVILLE BLVD & 143 AVE (Queens) |
Facility Type: Exercise Equipment
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Strength Training/Weightlifting
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.
Row New York
Borough: Queens
Age: Youth
Type: Adaptive Indoor Rowing
Adaptive Indoor Rowing: Workout once per week with our adaptive coaches to stay in shape through the winter months, set and reach your rowing goals, and prepare for rowing on the water. All adaptive athletes are welcome - from age 11 and up - no experience necessary! Cancellations due to snow and inclement weather may occur, and one make-up session will be scheduled. The Access-A-Ride address to the boathouse is 30 Meadow Lake Drive, Corona/Flushing/Flushing Meadows Corona Park/ NY.
Phone: 718.433.3075 | Email
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Central Park Circuit
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
North Meadow Recreation Center (in Central Park), Manhattan|
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Cost
Free
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Contact Number
(212) 348-4867
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OutlookCentral Park Circuit
Tuesday, June 4, 2013
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
North Meadow Recreation Center (in Central Park), Manhattan|
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Cost
Free
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Contact Number
(212) 348-4867
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Central Park Circuit
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
North Meadow Recreation Center (in Central Park), Manhattan|
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Cost
Free
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Contact Number
(212) 348-4867
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Central Park Circuit
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
North Meadow Recreation Center (in Central Park), Manhattan|
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Cost
Free
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Contact Number
(212) 348-4867
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