Jackie Robinson Recreation Center

Registration Hours:
Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

     Equipped with full-court basketball court.

**No food, beverages, boots, shoes, or personal belongings are allowed inside the gymnasium area.

     Dubbed "the dugout" for its Jackie Robinson-inspired artwork, the space also serves as a meeting place for tenant associations, community-based groups, and other not-for-profit organizations.

     The library was dedicated to Rachel Robinson, widow of Jackie Robinson, in 2004 for her continuous support of the Jackie Robinson Recreation Center and Park.

Library is closed to the public, Monday-Thursday, 9:00AM - 2:00PM

     This free Turn 2 Foundation-sponsored program runs during the school calendar year. The program offers music, visual arts, drama, literacy, social competency, computer courses, and sports and fitness opportunities to all registered participants.

For more information, please visit our Parks Afterschool page.

March 5, 2012 – June 23, 2012
     Introducing Internet and ISPs (Internet Service Providers). Surfing The Web; Working online, and CyberSecurity.

 

March 7, 2012 – June 23, 2012
     Introduction to Computers for those with very limited computer experience. Learn to use the keyboard and mouse, learn the concepts of Windows Operating System and the desktop interface

 

March 8, 2012 – June 23, 2012
     Students will be using Webs.com, an online website building site, to create websites for person or business use.  They will also use free online services to add to their webpages.

March 8, 2012 – June 23, 2012
     An introductory course in the basics of video production and editing. For those with no prior video experience on how to edit the footage using iMovie

 

March 5, 2012 – June 22, 2012
     During Open Access hours, users ages 18 and above may use the computer room for personal projects, research, communication, or to practice computer skills.

November 28, 2011 – June 22, 2012
     During Youth Open Access hours, users ages 6-12 may use the computer room for personal projects, homework, research, communication, or to practice computer skills.

March 8, 2012 – June 14, 2012
     This is an introductory course to Apple’s Garage Band program. By the end of the course, students will have a thorough knowledge of the program’s functions, and a general understanding of digital audio editing and mixing. In addition, students will lean some of foundational elements of music: specifically rhythm, melody, and harmony. By the end of the course, students will have completed 3 pieces of music – one remix, and two originals.

March 5, 2012 – June 23, 2012
     Students will be using BlogTalk Radio and TalkShoe to create their own radio program. They will also be using a blog to create a space for their radio show as a free alternative to hosting a website, as well as use Facebook and Twitter as Social Networking tools to promote their show.

 

March 7, 2012 – June 22, 2012
     This course helps Parks Opportunity Program participants find and apply to jobs online. See calendar for select sessions open to all CRC users.

May 1, 2012 – June 5, 2012
     This introductory course familiarizes students with the basics of creating documents using Microsoft Office Word. Students should have familiarity with mouse and keyboard.

 

April 25, 2012 – May 30, 2012
     Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet program that is used to store, sort and efficiently crunch numbers. Accountants use Excel to keep track of transactions for their company. Students might use Excel to help draw conclusions from the data they gathered on a science project. No matter what you are using Excel for it is important that you have the basic knowledge required to do the everyday operations you will encounter while using this program.

 

November 28, 2011 – June 22, 2012

     Instructor: Rashid Rozier

An ongoing learn-to-play basketball class designed to encourage girls ages 8-13 to participate in athletics. Children will learn the fundamentals of basketball, including dribbling, proper shooting form, passing, rebounding and defensive techniques.

Please call the Recreation Center to register for this class.

     

Instructor: Jeffrey McFarlane

An ongoing instructional soccer class for children ages 8-13. Through this class chlidren learn the rules and fundamental skills of soccer including dribbling, passing, shooting and goal keeping.

March 5, 2012 – June 22, 2012
     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.

April 1, 2012 – June 23, 2012

Starts September 7, 2010
     

Instructor: Senora Williams 

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

 

Shape Up NYC classes are FREE and open to the public. Please bring a key lock to secure your belongings.

Starts April 5, 2011
     

Instructor: Greggory Stockbridge

This revolutionary workout fuses high energy aerobics, martial arts, dance, yoga, and strength conditioning.  Combining spoken affirmations with simple choreography, Intensati provides a heart pumping, exhilarating workout that builds physical, mental and spiritual muscle.

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.

Starts January 23, 2012
     

Instructor: Jeanette

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

 

 *Note: This class is cancelled on Memorial Day, Monday, May 28, 2012. Classes will resume the following week.

Shape Up NYC classes are FREE and open to the public. Please bring a key lock to secure your belongings.

     

Instructor: Luther Wynter

This class combines latin dance moves for a fun, dynamic workout.

 

 *Note: This class is cancelled on Memorial Day, Monday, May 28, 2012. Classes will resume the following week.

Shape Up NYC classes are FREE and open to the public. Please bring a key lock to secure your belongings.

Starts May 18, 2012
     

Walk NYC is a FREE program that encourages New Yorkers of all ages to get fit while enjoying the outdoors. With funding provided by Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, Parks will staff locations throughout the city with trained walking instructors to lead one-hour walks (unless otherwise noted).

All are welcome!

For more information, please email rsvpwalknyc@parks.nyc.gov.