Accessibility Info
St. James Recreation Center
Membership Information and Holiday Schedule
2530 Jerome Avenue
Bronx, NY
10468
Located in St. James Park
Phone: (718) 367-3657 (718) 367-3658
Fax: (718) 295-8713
Cross Streets: 192nd Street/Jerome Avenue
Directions: Bus, Train, Car, Bicycle and Walking Directions to St. James Recreation Center by Google Maps
This is an Accessible Recreation Center.
Recreation Centers will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, February 20, 2012. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, February 21, 2012. The Flushing Meadows Pool and Rink will be open for regular hours on Monday, February 20, 2012.
Hours of Operation
Building Hours Registration Hours:
Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. |
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| Monday - Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM | |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 4:45 PM | |
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The cardiovascular and strength training rooms close 15 minutes prior to the closing of the facility.
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Facilities
Fitness Room - 1 |
Computer Resource Center - 2 |
Performance Space - 1 |
Cardio Room - 1 |
Media Lab - 1 |
Auditorium - 1 |
Classroom - 1 |
Arts & Crafts Room - 1 |
Facility Hours
Fitness Room Equipped with cardio and strength training equipment
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| Monday - Friday | 9:00 AM - 8:45 PM (Adult) | |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 4:45 PM (Adult) | |
Game Room |
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| Monday - Friday | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Senior) | |
| Monday - Friday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Child) | |
| Monday - Friday | 6:30 PM - 8:45 PM (Adult) | |
Programs, Classes and Activities
Computer Room: DL109 Intermediate Internet
January 30, 2012 – March 3, 2012
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Monday - Tuesday | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | |
| Thursday - Friday | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | |
Computer Room: MM101 Introduction to Photoshop
January 30, 2012 – March 3, 2012
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Monday - Tuesday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | |
| Thursday - Friday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | |
Computer Room: OA100 Adult/Senior Open Access
January 30, 2012 – March 3, 2012
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Monday - Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM, 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM | |
| Thursday - Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM | |
Computer Room: RY101 RECYouth Teen Multimedia Training
January 30, 2012 – March 3, 2012
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| Age: Teen | ||
| Friday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM | |
Computer Room: WF030 English as a Second Language
January 30, 2012 – March 3, 2012
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Monday - Tuesday | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM | |
Computer Room: YP101 ASP Technology Curriculum
January 30, 2012 – March 3, 2012
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| Age: Child | ||
| Tuesday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM | |
Computer Room: YP200 Kids Health Blog
January 30, 2012 – March 3, 2012
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| Age: Child | ||
| Thursday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM | |
Computer Room: YP204 Media Literacy
January 30, 2012 – March 3, 2012
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| Age: Child | ||
| Monday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM | |
Martial Arts
Teaching children, youth and adults self-defense techniques which stress hand and foot combat.
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| Age: Adult, Child, Teen | ||
| Monday - Wednesday | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | |
| Friday | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | |
Senior Program
Senior members are provided with daily activities such as billiards, cards, and dominoes. Occasionally, billiard tournaments are implemented to provide friendly competition between seniors from other neighboring recreation facilities. Staff also offer senior members special events based on holidays and seasons. Events consist of food, music, and other forms of entertainment.
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| Age: Senior | ||
| Tuesday - Friday | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM | |
Shape Up NYC: Physniques
January 2, 2012 – February 25, 2012
Instructor: Brenda Wyche A high cardio workout |
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| Age: Adult, Teen | ||
| Monday | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
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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.
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Shape Up NYC: Qigong
Starts December 3, 2011
Instructor: Brenda Wyche Qigong is a component of traditional Chinese medicine that combines movement, meditative awareness and regulation of breathing |
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| Tuesday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | |
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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.
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Shape Up NYC: Women's Self-Defense Techniques
Starts December 3, 2011
Instructor: Brenda Wyche A class in physical, verbal and psychological self-defense techniques for dealing with a variety of self-defense situations |
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| Tuesday | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | |
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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.
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Shape Up NYC: ZumbaInstructor: Carolann Valentino Zumba uses Latin rhythms & easy to follow moves to create a fitness program that will blow you away. Fast & Slow rhythms to tone & sculpt your body. Burn over 500 calories an hour! |
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| Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | |
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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.
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Sports Explorer Program
New York Cares volunteers provide free non-competitive sports activities for children ages 8-13. The activities are geared to engage the children in active play while developing team-building skills. Sports vary throughout the year.
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| Age: Child | ||
| Saturday | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | |
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Program is every other Saturday.
Program space is limited, so early arrival is recommended.
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Teen Program
Each evening, teens can partake in a variety of activities, including billiards, basketball, ping pong, cards, computer classes, and table games.
Free tournaments and sports programs, such as basketball, softball, and flag football, are made available for youth and teens during the holidays. Flyers and information will be posted accordingly. |
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| Age: Teen | ||
| Monday - Friday | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
Turn 2 Afterschool Program
The St. James Turn 2 Afterschool Program is available at no cost for children ages 6-12. A structured schedule of activities has been implemented that offer the children the following: homework assistance, arts & crafts projects, performing arts, fitness and life skills workshops, and seasonal special events. In addition, the children are provided with daily healthy snacks.
The Afterschool Program begins in mid-September and continues through to the end of June. Children must be registered for the program. Parents/guardians must complete a registration package and submit a copy of their child's birth certificate and updated medical form. Click here for additional information. |
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| Age: Child | ||
| Monday - Friday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM | |
Youth Hip Hop Mambo Dance Class
An instructor-led class that provides members with a fun, free way to learn Hip Hop Mambo and get into shape for the summer.
Children must be registered for the program. Parents/guardians must complete a registration package and submit a copy of their child's birth certificate and updated medical form. Program registration should begin by late March or early April. Space is limited. Contact Zuleika Cesar at (718) 367-3660 for more information. |
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| Age: Child, Teen | ||
| Monday | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM | |
| Wednesday | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM | |
| Saturday | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM | |
Youth Street Hockey Clinics
December 5, 2011 – February 25, 2012
In partnership with the New York Rangers and Live Positively, Coca Cola, Parks is offering free youth street hockey clinics for boys and girls aged 7-15. The clinics will provide instruction on how to play street hockey and tips on the importance of exercising and eating a balanced diet. Learn more about the New York Rangers Youth Street Hockey clinics. |
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| Age: Child, Teen | ||
| Saturday | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | |
