Recreation Center 54
Membership Information | Holiday Schedule
348 East 54th Street
New York, NY
10022
Located in Recreation Center 54
Deputy Center Manager: Jasmine Vargas
Phone: (212) 754-5411
Fax: (212) 754-0661
Cross Streets: 1st & 2nd Avenues
Directions: Bus, Train, Car, Bicycle and Walking Directions to Recreation Center 54 by Google Maps
This is an Accessible Recreation Center.
Hours of Operation
Hours of Operation
| Monday - Friday | 6:30 AM - 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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Registration is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM, and Saturday, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
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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
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Facilities
Pool (Indoor) (1)
Gymnasium (1)
Dance Room (1)
Lobby (1)
Locker Room (2)
Cardio Room (1)
Computer Resource Center (1)
Volleyball Court (Indoor) (1)
Track (Indoor) (1)
Stretching Area (1)
Fitness Room (1)
Table Tennis Table (3)
Multipurpose Room (1)
Basketball Court (Indoor) (2)
Facility Hours
Fitness Room Hours
| Monday - Friday | 6:30 AM - 9:15 PM (Adult) |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 3:45 PM (Adult) |
| Monday - Friday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Senior) |
Gym - Basketball
| Monday - Friday | 6:30 AM - 8:00 AM (Adult) |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 9:45 AM (Adult) |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Teen) |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Teen) |
| Friday | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM (Teen) |
Gym - Ping Pong
The East 54th Street Recreation Center provides 3 professional table tennis tables half court for members. Open and competitive play for Adults. Bring your own paddles. If you do not have a personal paddle one will be provded for you.
| Monday | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Adult) |
| Friday | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Adult) |
Ladies Night Basketball / Skills Workshops
| Thursday | 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM (Everyone) (Women) |
Pool - General Swim
*Please note: Youth 42 inches and below must be accompanied by an adult 18 years-old or over.
| Monday | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Everyone) |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (Everyone) |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Everyone) |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Everyone) |
| Friday | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Everyone) |
| Saturday | 1:15 PM - 3:30 PM (Everyone) |
Pool - Lap Swim
- Adult lap swim is opened to members 18 & over for intermediate and advanced swimmers.
- We provide 4 lanes for 1 slow, 2 mediums, 1 fast. If there are more than 3 people in any lane you must circle back.
- You must shower in the locker room before entering the pool. Swim caps and proper bathing attire are required.
| Monday | 7:00 AM - 9:45 AM, 12:15 PM - 3:00 PM, 7:15 PM - 9:00 PM (Adult) |
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM - 9:45 AM, 12:15 PM - 3:00 PM, 7:40 PM - 9:00 PM (Adult) |
| Wednesday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 9:45 AM, 12:15 PM - 3:00 PM, 7:15 PM - 9:00 PM (Adult) |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM (Adult) |
Programs, Classes and Activities
Adult Basketball
Think you got game or want to work on it? Come join the members of the East 54th Street Recreation Center as they play competitive full court or pick up basketball.
Age: Adult
| Monday | 6:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM - 9:30 AM, 6:15 PM - 9:15 PM |
| Wednesday - Friday | 6:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
Adult Dance Class
April 12, 2013 – June 14, 2013
Program for adults to express themselves through dance. Class includes choreography, routines, dance performance and shows.
Instructor: Barney Webster
Age: Adult
| Friday | 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM |
Adult Lap Swim
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Available for adults 18 and over. Slow, medium and fast lanes are provided. Lifeguards help determine your speed and match you with the appropriate lane.
98 lengths=1 mile
49 lengths=1/2 mile
Pool length is 18 yards in the outermost lanes.
Age: Adult
| Monday | 7:00 AM - 9:45 AM, 12:15 PM - 3:00 PM, 7:15 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM - 9:45 AM, 12:15 PM - 3:00 PM, 7:40 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 9:45 AM, 12:15 PM - 3:00 PM, 7:15 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
Afterschool Program
September 19, 2012 – June 14, 2013
A limited number of spaces is still available for our Afterschool Program. Please contact Ashanta Smith if you are interested in registering your child. For more information, please click here.
Age: Child
| Monday - Friday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Argentine Tango Group
April 11, 2013 – June 13, 2013
Members of the group dance the Argentine Tango, a dramatic and social art form originating in 19th century Argentina.
Age: Adult, Senior
| Thursday | 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM |
Children's Instructional Basketball
April 13, 2013 – June 15, 2013
Designed for boys and girls 5 to 6 years of age. Youth learn the fundamentals of basketballs, teamwork and leadership through drills and in-house tournaments.
Age: Child
| Saturday | 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM |
Co-Ed Volleyball
Full court, competitive play for adults. Winners stay on and players rotate in.
All participants must be members and have locks to secure their belongings in a locker.
Full court, competitive play for adults. Winners stay on and players rotate in.
All participants must be members and have locks to secure their belongings in a locker.
Age: Adult
| Wednesday | 7:00 PM - 9:15 PM |
Computer Room: DL101e Intro to Laptop Computers
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Thursday | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
Computer Room: DL102 Intro to the Internet
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Monday | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
Computer Room: DL102 Intro to the Internet
May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Monday | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
Computer Room: DL108 Internet Safety
May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Tuesday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
Computer Room: DL109 Internet Research
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Friday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
Computer Room: DL200 NY Cares MS Office 2010
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Tuesday | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
Computer Room: DL200 NY Cares MS Office 2010
May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Tuesday | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
Computer Room: MM101a Intro to Digital Imaging (Photoshop)
May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
Computer Room: MM104b Intro to Web Design
May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Friday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
Computer Room: MM108a Intro to Digital Audio PCs
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
Computer Room: OA100 Adult Open Access
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Monday | 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Computer Room: OA100 Adult Open Access
May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Monday | 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Computer Room: ST180 Pen Tales
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Tuesday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
Computer Room: ST180 Pen Tales
May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Monday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
Computer Room: ST208 PhotoFit!
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Thursday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
Computer Room: ST208 PhotoFit!
May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Thursday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
Computer Room: ST209 Blogging
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Monday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
Computer Room: WF090 Resume Writing
May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult
| Thursday | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
Computer Room: WF101 Intro to MS Windows 7/Office 10
May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult
| Friday | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
Computer Room: WF102 Intro to MS Word 2010
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
Computer Room: WF102 Intro to MS Word 2010
May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
Computer Room: WF104 Intro to Microsoft PowerPoint 2010
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Wednesday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
Computer Room: WF201 Intermediate MS Word 2010
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Friday | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
Computer Room: WF203 Interm MS PowerPoint
May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult
| Wednesday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
Computer Room: YP101 ASP Tech Curriculum
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Age: Child
| Monday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Computer Room: YP101 ASP Tech Curriculum
May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Child
| Monday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Computer Room: YP200 Kids Health Newsletter
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Tuesday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Computer Room: YP200 Kids Health Newsletter
May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013
Age: Adult, Senior
| Tuesday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
General Swim
April 8, 2013 – May 18, 2013
General Swim available for all members. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Our pool is divided between the shallow and deep end. Members may use kick boards and noodles to wade in the water.
All patrons must shower before entering the pool and wear proper bathing attire. Swim caps must be worn. Snorkeling goggles are NOT allowed.
| Monday - Friday | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 1:15 PM - 3:30 PM |
Girls Instructional Basketball
April 11, 2013 – June 13, 2013
Girls are taught the fundamentals of basketball through a series of drills and competitive play. Teamwork and sportsmanship skills are gained through team-building activities and in-house tournaments.
Age: Child, Teen
Gender: Women
| Thursday | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
Hi/Low Aerobics
Toning aerobics class utilizing light weights and body bars in various formats. Low impact modifications may be made throughout the class.
Instructor: Janice Rodriguez
Toning aerobics class utilizing light weights and body bars in various formats. Low impact modifications may be made throughout the class.
Instructor: Janice Rodriguez
Age: Adult
| Friday | 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM |
Instructional Youth Basketball
April 13, 2013 – June 15, 2013
Designed for boys and girls 7 to 12 years of age. Youth learn the fundamentals of basketball, teamwork and leadership through drills and in-house tournaments.
Instructor: Coach Troy Basso
Age: Child
| Saturday | 10:30 AM - 12:15 PM |
Little Parkies Spring T-Ball
April 12, 2013 – June 14, 2013
Free basketball clinic for toddlers 3 to 5 years old. Taught by Parks professional coaches. Participants will learn the fundamental skills of basketball while having fun!
Instructor: Troy Basso
Age: Preschool
| Friday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Lunchtime Aerobics
April 10, 2013 – June 12, 2013
Energizing, lunch break aerobics class designed to boost the afternoon.
Instructor: Clarice Turnbull
Age: Adult, Senior
| Wednesday | 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM |
Senior and Adult Water Aerobics
A combination of gentle, yet effective aerobic exercises that tone, strengthen and stretch muscles, and improve posture. A perfect workout for persons over 50 and for persons with injuries or physical limitations.
Instructor: Boris Shpitalskiy
A combination of gentle, yet effective aerobic exercises that tone, strengthen and stretch muscles, and improve posture. A perfect workout for persons over 50 and for persons with injuries or physical limitations.
Instructor: Boris Shpitalskiy
Age: Adult, Senior
| Monday - Wednesday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Senior Fitness
April 9, 2013 – June 11, 2013
Fun and easy low impact aerobics designed for seniors.
Instructor: Clarice Turnbull
Age: Senior
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Senior Weight Room Hour
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.
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.
Age: Senior
| Monday - Friday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Table Tennis Club
Table tennis the best brain sport. It improves hand-eye coordination. It's aerobic, uses both upper and lower body and causes you to use many different areas of the brain to function.
Please join our members as they play competively against other recreation centers in our seasonal tournaments.
Table tennis the best brain sport. It improves hand-eye coordination. It's aerobic, uses both upper and lower body and causes you to use many different areas of the brain to function.
Please join our members as they play competively against other recreation centers in our seasonal tournaments.
Age: Adult
| Monday | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Tae Kwon Do
April 8, 2013 – June 12, 2013
Instructors: Victor Sinasky and Nigel Mundy
Expand your agility through Tae Kwon Do, a Korean martial art that combines self-defense, combat, and exercise techniques.
Age: Adult, Teen
| Monday | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
Teen Basketball
Teen full court basketball is available for teens 13 to 17 years of age. Pick up games, 3 vs. 3 and in house tournaments.
Age: Teen
| Monday - Thursday | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM, 6:15 PM - 9:15 PM |
Teen Prom-Ready Zumba
February 14, 2013 – June 6, 2013
Are you in high school and are counting down the days to your prom? Want to get in shape and look fabulous on your big day? Teen Prom-Ready Zumba gets the heart pumping to some reggaeton, cumbia, reggae and merengue.
Instructor: Janice Rodriguez
Age: Teen
| Thursday | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
Teen Society
Teens interact in fun activities that boost self-esteem and character. Teen events are planned and coordinated, like Teen Skate Jams, museum trips, and talent shows.
Teens interact in fun activities that boost self-esteem and character. Teen events are planned and coordinated, like Teen Skate Jams, museum trips, and talent shows.
Age: Teen
| Monday | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
Teen Volleyball
April 10, 2013 – June 12, 2013
An opportunity for teens to play group volleyball at their own pace. All levels are welcome to join.
For more information, please speak with Jose Llopiz, Teen Coordinator.
Age: Teen
| Wednesday | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
Theo's A.M. Wakeup
April 9, 2013 – June 11, 2013
Energizing cardio wake up to start the morning off on the right foot.
Instructor: Theo Gilbert
Age: Adult, Senior
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
Theo's Body Toning
April 18, 2013 – June 13, 2013
Complete body toning for those who want to stay fit and trim.
Instructor: Theo Gilbert
Age: Adult, Senior
| Thursday | 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
Tiny Prints Toddler Program
April 9, 2013 – June 12, 2013
Designed for toddlers 5 and under. Children get to sing along, and enjoy non-competitive recreation, art and crafts and special holiday events. Parents, guardians or caretakers are required to attend with the child.
Age: Preschool
| Tuesday - Wednesday | 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM |
Youth Ballet and Modern Dance
April 13, 2013 – June 15, 2013
Youths 6 to 12 years of age learn to express themselves through ballet and modern dance.
Pre-registration is required.
Instructor: Barney Webster
Age: Child
| Saturday | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Zumba
Zumba is a Colombian dance fitness program created by dancer and choregrapher Alberto "Beto" Perez during the 1990s.
Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements. The choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, and some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included.
Instructor: Janice Rodriguez
Zumba is a Colombian dance fitness program created by dancer and choregrapher Alberto "Beto" Perez during the 1990s.
Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements. The choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, and some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included.
Instructor: Janice Rodriguez
Age: Adult
| Thursday | 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM |
