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PARK FACT:

The park's swimming complex was opened in stages between 1940 and 1942 as part of a massive Work Projects Administration (WPA) capital construction program.

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John Jay Park & Pool

 Pools

All 54 Parks outdoor pools are open for the season and remain open until Labor Day. Indoor pools remain open year-round. General hours of operation are 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Call individual pools for more specific information.

Please note that recreation center membership ($75 per year for adults; $10 per year for seniors; free for children and teens under the age of 18) is required for the use of our indoor pools.

Safety & Pool Rules

Water & Sun Safety - Tips for staying safe when having fun in the water and sun.
Pool Rules - Rules to know before using Parks swimming pools

Swim Programs

Learn about Parks' free swimming programs for tots, children, teens, and adults. Call Parks' Citywide Aquatics at (718) 760-6969 for more information.

NameLocationPhoneType
John JayEast of York Avenue on 77th St.(212) 794-6566Intermediate
SettingSizeAccessibleMore Info
Outdoor145' x 49' x 4'Accessible
NameLocationPhoneType
John JayEast of York Avenue on 77th St.(212) 794-6566Diving
SettingSizeAccessibleMore Info
Outdoor60' x 40' x 8'

Directions to John Jay Park & Pool

MTA Trip Planner: Get Subway and Bus Directions to this Park

  • Crotona Zone 10
  • Swimmers, John Jay Park & Pool
  • Swimmers, John Jay Park & Pool
  • John Jay Pool

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