PARK FACT:
The country's first completely accessible playground, the Playground for All Children, opened in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in 1984.
Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Grand Central Pkwy., Whitestone Exwy. bet. 111 St. and College Point Blvd., Park Drive E.
Queens
Directions: Google Maps | MTA Trip Planner
Acres: 1255.42
Recreation Centers
View Recreation Centers for all Parks
Since 1910, the City of New York/Parks & Recreation has provided the most affordable and extensive network of recreational services throughout New York City. Our Recreation Facilities (Recreation Centers, Community Centers, Field Houses, and Nature Centers) offer services such as indoor pools, weight rooms, basketball courts, dance studios, boxing rings, art studios, game rooms, and libraries.
All of our Recreation Facilities offer a wide range of programs for all ages, such as aerobics, dancing, computer classes, and art. Most of our programs are free or available at a modest cost, and all are open to the general public. Each facility is equipped with a professional staff who provide organized and free-play activities that are safe, fun, and educational.
Membership Information and Prices
Standard membership includes scheduled access to gym, pool, and other facilities for one year. Instructor-led courses such as aerobics, martial arts, music, or yoga may require additional session fees.
| Seniors (62 and up) |
Adults (18 through 61) |
Youths (under 18) |
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| Recreation Centers without indoor pools |
$25
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$100
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Free
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| Recreation Centers with indoor pools |
$25
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$150
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Free
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You can pay for a membership with a check or money order made out to "Department of Parks & Recreation" or by credit card. Please bring two forms of identification, including a photo ID. |
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Gift Memberships
Give the Gift of Health!
Recreation Center Gift Memberships are now available at 22 recreation centers Citywide.
Online Survey
Help us improve our recreation centers by participating in the online Recreation Center Survey.
Types of Indoor Recreation Facilities
Recreation Centers - Recreation facilities that are owned and operated by the Parks Department; paid membership is required.
Community Centers - Parks facility with programming operated by community-based organizations.
Field House - a Parks facility that either operates seasonally or offers a limited number of programs.
indicates Accessible Facilities
indicates Limited Access Facilities
| Name | Location | Accessible | Limited Access | More Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Playground for All Children Field House | 111-01 Corona Avenue | ![]() | Full Location Details | |
| Al Oerter Recreation Center | 131-40 Fowler Avenue | ![]() | Full Location Details | |
| Flushing Meadows Corona Park Pool & Rink | Avery Avenue and 131 Street | ![]() | Full Location Details |
Directions to Flushing Meadows Corona Park

Know Before You Go
The Maloof Skate Park will be closed through the end of October 2011 due to necessary asphalt work.
Anticipated Completion: Fall 2011

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