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501 Brielle Avenue (across from Sea View Hospital)
Staten Island, New York 10314
Located in Blood Root Valley

Center Manager: Christopher Caropolo
Deputy Center Manager: Divina McNatt
Phone: (718) 667-3545
Fax: (718) 667-3544
Cross Streets: Between Walcott and Rockland Avenues
Directions: Bus, Train, Car, Bicycle and Walking Directions to Greenbelt Recreation Center by Google Maps
This is an Accessible Recreation Center.

Hours of Operation

Building Hours

Monday - Friday 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Saturday - Sunday 8:00 AM - 3:00 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.

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Facilities

Kitchen (1)

Tennis Court (Outdoor) (2)

Game Room (1)

Basketball Court (Outdoor) (1)

Locker Room (2)

Lobby (1)

Computer Resource Center (1)

Cardio Room (1)

Fitness Room (1)

Soccer Field (Outdoor) (1)

Multipurpose Room (1)

Table Tennis Table (1)

Arts & Crafts Room (1)

Croquet Lawn (1)

Facility Hours

Programs/Facilities Available

The center offers state-of-the-art fitness equipment (cardio and strength training), educational and recreational programs, outdoor tennis, basketball and soccer fields, health and wellness classes, adaptive recreation, and computer instruction for all ages.

Prospective members should review the Membership Information page.  Membership includes use of the fitness rooms, classes, lectures, special events, and admittance to all non-pool NYC Parks & Recreation Centers located throughout the five boroughs.  Some classes may require an additional fee.

Registration may be required for classes.

Basketball Courts (Outdoor)

Monday - Friday 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM   (Everyone)
Saturday - Sunday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM   (Everyone)

Cardio Room (Fitness Room)

Available to ages 16 & up
Monday - Friday 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM   (Adult)
Saturday - Sunday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM   (Adult)

Computer Resource Center

Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM   (Everyone)
Saturday - Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM   (Everyone)

Croquet Lawn

Monday - Friday 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM   (Everyone)
Saturday - Sunday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM   (Everyone)

Game Room

  • Pool Table
  • Ping Pong Table
  • Knock Hockey
Monday - Friday 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM   (Everyone)
Saturday - Sunday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM   (Everyone)

Soccer Field

Monday - Friday 6:30 AM - 8:30 AM   (Everyone)
Saturday - Sunday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM   (Everyone)
*Permits supersede free play

Strength Training Room (Fitness Room)

Available to Ages 16 & up
Monday - Friday 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM   (Adult)
Saturday - Sunday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM   (Adult)

Tennis Court

Monday - Friday 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM   (Everyone)
Saturday - Sunday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM   (Everyone)

Programs, Classes and Activities

Advanced Woodcarving

January 7, 2013 – June 14, 2013

A workshop designed for those who have their own tools and have carved previously.  Members must have their own piece of wood or carving project that require some assistance in developing and would like to enhance their knowledge about wood and carving with different types of tools.

Age: Adult, Senior

Monday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free with Membership

Computer Room: DL000 One-on-One Help

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

Receive one on one training in basic computer skills.

Age: Adult, Senior

Monday 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Wednesday 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Thursday 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Friday 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Computer Room: DL101e Intro to Laptop Computers (PC)

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

Learn typing and trackpad skills, how to open and save files, basic program functions, and introductory internet tools in!

Age: Adult, Senior

Thursday 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Computer Room: DL103a Intro to PC Computer Maintenance

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

Keep your computer running smoothly! Learn how to fix errors, run diagnostic tests, and install software updates.

Age: Adult, Senior

Thursday 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Computer Room: DL109 Internet Research

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

Improve your internet search skills by learning how to effectively use keywords and online research tools. Topics may include: travel, weather, health, reviews, and legal and financial resources.

Age: Adult, Senior

Wednesday 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Computer Room: MM060 Intro to Digital Photography

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

Do you own or are considering purchasing a digital camera but don't know how to use it? Learn to navigate camera functions, improve your photography technique, and upload and share your pictures online. 

Age: Adult, Senior

Monday 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Computer Room: OA100 Adult Open Access

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

During Open Access hours, users ages 18 and above may use the computer room for personal projects, research, communication, or to practice computer skills.

Age: Adult, Senior

Monday 6:30 AM - 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM, 11:30 PM - 12:00 PM
Tuesday 6:30 AM - 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, 11:30 PM - 12:00 PM
Wednesday 6:30 AM - 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM, 11:30 PM - 12:00 PM
Thursday 6:30 AM - 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, 11:30 PM - 12:00 PM
Friday 6:30 AM - 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM, 11:30 PM - 12:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Computer Room: OT100 Teen Open Access

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

During Teen Open Access hours, users ages 13-17 may use the computer room for personal projects, homework, research, communication, or to practice computer skills.

Age: Teen

Tuesday 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Thursday 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Computer Room: ST130 Genealogy Research

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

Learn how to trace your family tree using online software and digitized paper records. Participants will learn how surnames change and how to separate rumor from fact.

Age: Adult, Senior

Wednesday 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Computer Room: ST190 Financial Literacy

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

Financial literacy is an interactive curriculum for adults to acquire money management skills.

Age: Adult, Senior

Tuesday 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Computer Room: ST203 Track Your Fitness Online

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

Stick to your fitness goals this season by tracking your exercise routine, weight, and diet. Instructors will provide individual assistance to help students explore online fitness resources during Open Access hours.

Age: Adult, Senior

Monday 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Computer Room: ST204 Cloud Computing - Google Drive

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

This class will demysitfy the fog around Cloud Computing, explaining how it integrates computer and internet technologies to ease your digital life. 

Age: Adult, Senior

Wednesday 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Computer Room: WF090 Resume Writing

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

Stand out with a clear, concise, and visually appealing resume. Build or rebuild your resume using Microsoft Word as you learn how to assess and convey your strengths.

Age: Adult

Friday 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Computer Room: WF102 Intro to MS Word

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

Learn the basics of creating documents using Microsoft Office Word, the most popular and widely used word processing software.

Age: Adult, Senior

Friday 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Computer Room: WF103 Intro to MS Excel

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

Discover how Excel can help you budget, create a calendar, organize data, and build charts and graphs. Students will learn to enter and format data in a spreadsheet, and apply basic formulas to numbers.

Age: Adult, Senior

Thursday 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Computer Room: WF106 Intro to LibreOffice Writer

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

A free word processor with similar functionality and file support to Microsoft Word or WordPerfect. It has extensive WYSIWYG word processing capabilities, but can also be used as a basic text editor.

Age: Adult

Friday 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Computer Room: WF107 Intro to LibreOffice Calc

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

A free spreadsheet program, similar to Microsoft Excel or Lotus 1-2-3. It has a number of unique features, including a system which automatically defines series of graphs, based on information available to the user.

Age: Adult, Senior

Tuesday 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Computer Room: WF202 Intermediate MS Excel 2010

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

Build basic accounting skills using Excel spreadsheets and learn how to merge data sets to aggregate information.

Age: Adult, Senior

Tuesday 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Computer Room: WF203 Interm MS Powerpoint 2010

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

Add flair to your PowerPoint presentation with Adv graphics including animations, automated slide timing, and cohesive design themes, then upload your slideshow to the web!

Age: Adult, Senior

Monday 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Computer Room: YP101 ASP Tech Curriculum

May 20, 2013 – June 29, 2013

The Afterschool Program Technology Curriculum offers youth ages 6-12 a variety of fun and educational computer-based activities to strengthen their academic and technology skills while encouraging creativity, self-awareness, and social activism.

Age: Child, Preschool

Monday - Friday 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
This is a closed session.

Dance Aerobics

January 8, 2013 – June 12, 2013

This is a fast paced aerobics class that works your entire body and heart. Ages 18 and over are welcome.

Age: Adult, Senior

Wednesday 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

Fitness Camp

January 10, 2013 – June 13, 2013

 A workout that focuses on building and maintaining core strength through the use of body weight exercises and light free weights.

 

Age: Adult, Senior, Teen

Thursday 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Greenbelt Afterschool

September 9, 2012 – June 21, 2013

The Police Athletic League, Inc. (PAL) is pleased to partner with the City of New York Parks & Recreation to offer a FREE Afterschool program at the Greenbelt Recreation Center (501 Brielle Avenue, S.I., NY 10314). The program will operate Monday through Friday from 3-6 PM.

Any questions about the program can be dirested to Diana Greco, Staten Island Program MAnager at (718) 720-8718

Age: Child

Monday - Friday 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Arts & Craft Room 212

Group Fitness

January 10, 2013 – June 11, 2013

 A one hour  workout that focuses on building and maintaining core strength through the use of body weight exercises and light free weights.

 

Age: Adult, Senior, Teen

Tuesday 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Intro to Selectorize Fitness Equipment

January 10, 2013 – June 13, 2013

This class is designed to teach members the correct way to use fitness and cardio equipment.

 

Age: Adult, Senior

Thursday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Kids on Stage

January 10, 2013 – June 16, 2013

Kids on Stage is a music and theater workshop open to girls and boys. No experience is necessary just a desire to learn about music and theater which leads to a grand performance during the summer.  

 

Age: Child, Teen

Thursday 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Learn to Play Drums

January 12, 2013 – June 16, 2013

This class is designed to teach the elementary skills of playing drums. If this is your first time sitting at a set of drums, then this class is for you. 

Age: Child, Teen

Saturday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mom, Dad & Me

January 8, 2013 – June 14, 2013

Mom, Dad & Me includes an hour of fun incorporating musical exercise dances, recognition of the alphabet, singing and coloring.  The class ends with story time.

Age: Preschool

Tuesday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Nature Walk

April 1, 2013 – June 9, 2013

The Nature Walk takes you on a peaceful hike to the top of Moses Mountain to see a spectacular view of the Greenbelt and beyond. Moses Mountain is a 260-foot hill named for City builder and Parks Commissioner Robert Moses. The 360-degree panoramic view offered by the site is considered one of New York City’s most spectacular.

Sunday 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Open Art

January 9, 2013 – June 14, 2013

Open Art is a time when painters come together to share their projects and encourage one another in their artistic talents.

Age: Adult, Senior

Wednesday - Thursday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Open Teen Game Night

January 7, 2013 – June 14, 2013

Teens come together for a variety of games and fun.  They enjoy karaoke, dancing, movies and more.  They also have access to the Computer Resource Room. 

 

Age: Teen

Tuesday 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Thursday 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Shape Up NYC: Body Conditioning

Starts January 1, 2013

Informed by the latest finding in exercise science and functional exercises, instructors focus on strengthening and fine tuning major muscle groups.

Tuesday 4:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Shape Up NYC classes are FREE and available to those who are not Recreation Center members. Please bring a key lock to secure your belongings.

Shape Up NYC: Total Body Boot Camp

Starts January 1, 2013

This total body workout addresses muscle strength and endurance while keeping the heart rate up to burn calories and improve cardiovascular health.

Monday 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Tuesday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Shape Up NYC classes are FREE and available to those who are not Recreation Center members. Please bring a key lock to secure your belongings.

Shape Up NYC: Zumba

Instructor: Ronelle

Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic, fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body with easy to follow dance steps. 

Saturday - Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Shape Up NYC classes are FREE and available to those who are not Recreation Center members. Please bring a key lock to secure your belongings.

Walk NYC

Starts April 15, 2013

Get out to a park and walk the City!

Walk NYC is a FREE program that encourages New Yorkers of all ages to get fit while enjoying the outdoors. Parks will staff locations throughout the City with experienced walking instructors.  Experience NYC in a new way.

All are welcome!

Monday 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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