Accessibility InfoBrownsville Recreation Center
Membership Information | Holiday Schedule
1555 Linden Boulevard
Brooklyn, NY
11212
Located in Brownsville Playground
Phone: (718) 485-4633 (718) 345-2706
Cross Streets: Mother Gaston and Christopher streets
Directions: Bus, Train, Car, Bicycle and Walking Directions to Brownsville Recreation Center by Google Maps
This is an Accessible Recreation Center.
The Brownsville Recreation Center offers a vibrant space to tap into pursuits artistic and athletic alike. Our popular lap swim program is available 3 days per week, and we have a full fitness facility with a weight room and gymnasium. Brooklyn arts enthusiasts can use the fully-equipped recording studio to record, mix and edit keyboard and vocal tracks. Recreation center membership also gives you access to ballroom dance class, jujitsu, a skate night, and more. There are extensive resources for seniors including several senior-focused exercise and nutrition classes per week.
Please pardon our appearance as we make the Brownsville Recreation Center better for you. As of August 10, 2012, the pool is closed for a much needed transformation/facelift. In the meantime, we encourage all BRC Members to use the indoor pool at the St. John’s Recreation Center or any of the other 11* indoor pools across the City. For more information, please stop by the front desk.
*Gertrude Ederle (formerly known as Recreation Center 59) will re-open this spring.
Hours of Operation
Building Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM |
| Saturday - Sunday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Holidays
On holidays (New Year’s Day and Eve, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Easter, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and Eve, and Christmas Day and Eve), recreation center hours will change. Please visit our Recreation Center Holiday Schedule for details.
Recreation Center Membership Gift Cards
Give the Gift of Sports, Fitness and Fun!
Purchase a Recreation Center Membership Gift Card, and share the joy of health with a family member, friend, or loved one. Gift Cards may be redeemed at any one of Parks’ 35 recreation centers across New York City.
Facilities
Pool (Indoor) (1)
Multipurpose Room (1)
Dance Room (1)
Gymnasium (1)
Locker Room (2)
Rollerblading (Indoor) (1)
Computer Resource Center (1)
Performance Space (2)
Playground (1)
Handball Court (Outdoor) (4)
Fitness Room (1)
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Facility Hours
Gymnasium
Weight Room
| Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM (Senior) |
| Monday | 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM (Adult) |
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM (Adult) |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM (Adult) |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM (Adult) |
| Friday | 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM (Adult) |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Adult) |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Adult) |
| Monday - Friday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Teen) |
Programs, Classes and Activities
Basketball
Take your game to the next level in our open basketball court. Shoot some hoops, start a pick up game, practice drills or get fit while having fun.
Take your game to the next level in our open basketball court. Shoot some hoops, start a pick up game, practice drills or get fit while having fun.
| Tuesday | 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM |
Computer Room: OA100 Adult Open Access
April 8, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult
| Monday | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Tuesday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
Computer Room: RY110 Youth Made Media
April 8, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Teen
| Monday - Wednesday | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Computer Room: RY111 Intro to Graphic Design
April 8, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult
| Thursday | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
Computer Room: RY203 Television Production -CyberCollege
April 8, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Friday | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Computer Room: TN103 College Readiness
April 8, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Teen
| Saturday | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Computer Room: WF400a DigitalWork MS Office (Closed Session)
April 8, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult, Teen
| Monday - Friday | 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
Computer Room: YP105 Youth Homework Help
April 8, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Child
| Monday - Friday | 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
Dance Class
Kids have fun learning the art of ballet, hip hop and other dance moves. Don't miss it!
Kids have fun learning the art of ballet, hip hop and other dance moves. Don't miss it!
Age: Child
| Saturday | 9:30 AM - 11:15 AM |
Girl Scouts
Girl Scout meetings are held every other Saturday in the Dance Room.
Girl Scout meetings are held every other Saturday in the Dance Room.
Age: Child
| Saturday | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
Jujitsu
Learn the art of close combat through this Japanese martial art. Designed to redirect an opponent's energy, it uses special grappling techniques like trapping, locks and holds. First developed in feudal Japan, it has since generated many martial arts spin-offs, including Judo and Aikido.
Learn the art of close combat through this Japanese martial art. Designed to redirect an opponent's energy, it uses special grappling techniques like trapping, locks and holds. First developed in feudal Japan, it has since generated many martial arts spin-offs, including Judo and Aikido.
| Tuesday | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Oldtimers' Basketball
Seniors face off against each other in a team basketball setting.
Seniors face off against each other in a team basketball setting.
Age: Adult, Senior
| Monday | 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Roller Skating
Roller skating is at Brownsville Recreation Center! Dust off your skates and enjoy this fun pasttime in the gymnasium.
Roller skating is at Brownsville Recreation Center! Dust off your skates and enjoy this fun pasttime in the gymnasium.
| Friday | 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
Shape Up NYC: Fitness for the Mind and Body
Starts June 1, 2010
This exhilarating fitness class is designed to build physical, mental and spiritual muscle, and is adaptable to any fitness level. This class improves joint mobility, spinal flexibility, right-left brain coordination, kinesthetic learning, cognitive function, systemic health, balance, self-esteem, confidence and playfulness.
Please bring a key lock to secure your belongings.
Age: Adult, Senior, Teen
| Tuesday - Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Shape Up NYC: Step Aerobics
Starts April 4, 2012
This Step Aerobics class is a moderate, low-intensity workout intended to help you burn calories!
Please bring a key lock to secure your belongings.
| Wednesday | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Shape Up NYC: Yoga
Instructor: Stefanie Joshua
An open level class with a focus on bringing awareness to the body through core strengthening and total body flexibility. Mats are provided (though students are encouraged to bring their own). Students should wear comfortable clothing.
Please bring a key lock to secure your belongings.
An open level class with a focus on bringing awareness to the body through core strengthening and total body flexibility. Mats are provided (though students are encouraged to bring their own). Students should wear comfortable clothing.
Please bring a key lock to secure your belongings.
Age: Adult
| Friday | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Table Tennis
The ping pong table is free during these open hours.
Note: Bring your own nets and paddles.
The ping pong table is free during these open hours.
Note: Bring your own nets and paddles.
| Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
Tae Kwon Do
Expand your agility through Tae Kwon Do, a Korean martial art that combines self-defense, combat, and exercise techniques.
Expand your agility through Tae Kwon Do, a Korean martial art that combines self-defense, combat, and exercise techniques.
| Monday | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
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