Metropolitan Recreation Center

     We now have voicemail! Every day, the pool schedule and any special announcements can be accessed by calling the center at (718) 599-5707 and then pressing the number 5.

     Everyday, the pool schedule and any special announcements can be accessed by calling the center at (718) 599-5707 and then pressing the number 5.

The pool is 3 feet at its shallow end and 10 feet at its deep end.

Pool dimensions: 75 feet X 30 feet (25 yards)

18 laps = quarter mile

36 laps = half mile

54 laps = three quarters of a mile

72 laps = one mile

Note: Children under the age of 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult!

     This is a time for families (adults and their children) to swim. Any child 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Teens are also allowed to swim.

     All classes are currently filled. Registration date for next session is January 30, 2010.

     There will be no entry during the last 15 minutes of each session!

You must have a towel when using the cardio or fitness room.

     Sunday: This is a family swim which allows women with their children only. Ages 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult.

     Click here for more information.

January 23, 2010 – April 3, 2010
     Get a jump on that jump shot with the Millennium Winter Basketball League and Tournament. The league is open to boys aged 8–16 and girls aged 8–13 and takes place at recreation centers across the city. Teams meet every week (times and days vary by center).  Call (718) 965–8938 for more info. 

February 8, 2010 – April 28, 2010
     

Parks & Recreation’s tradition of free swim instruction continues with this winter / spring’s After School Learn to Swim program. Swimming lessons for children ages 6-14 will be offered at ten pools across the City. 

Registration will be held from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 30 and February 6 or from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. on the registration dates listed below for each location.  Space is limited for this free program and children will be accepted on a first-come-first-serve basis. Call (718) 760-6969 for more information.

Registration: Mon., Feb. 1, Wed., Feb. 3 & Sat., Jan. 30 & Feb.6

     Starts the second week in November. Free for members. Space is limited, so sign up now to avoid being shut out.

     Fitness program designed to fight childhood obesity through unisex games and competition

February 13, 2010 – May 1, 2010
     

Parks & Recreation’s Winter / Spring 2010 Learn to Swim Program is free and offers classes for toddlers ages 3-5, children aged 6-14, and adults of all ages. 

Registration will be held on Saturday, January 30 and Saturday, February 6 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  Space is limited for this free program and children will be accepted on a first-come-first-serve basis.  Call (718) 760-6969 for more information.

Class Schedule:
10:30 a.m.         Beginner Level 2 Class for 6 – 14 year olds
11:30 a.m.         Beginner Level 1 Class for 6 – 14 year olds
12:30 p.m.         Tots Class for 3 – 5 year olds
  1:00 p.m.         Beginner Level 1 Class for Adults