Chelsea Recreation Center

     

Registration Hours:
Monday-Friday: 6:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sundays hours start on February 12, 2012

Members are encouraged to secure valuables in security lockers located near the front desk. It is recommended that a strong/sturdy key lock be used to secure belongings in the locker room.

Youth and children are permitted in the building during school hours from 3:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. After 6:00 P.M. youth are permitted in building while attending a structured youth program.

Management reserves the right to amend all schedules & room availabilities without prior notice.

Sunday hours start on February 12, 2012

     For children registered in the afternoon program.

     For more information, click here.

     Must be 16 years and older to use fitness equipment.

Sunday hours start on February 12, 2012

     Must be 16 years and older to use fitness equipment.

Sunday hours start on February 12, 2012

     Game room includes two billiard tables, three ping pong tables, and two foosball table.

Sunday hours start on February 12, 2012

     Sundays & Saturdays open to all age groups

     Sundays & Saturdays: open to all age groups.

Sunday hours start on February 12, 2012

     Pre-registration is required for this program. 

     This is a pre-registered program.  For more information call 718-760-6969

     Anyone intrested in becoming a NYC Parks Lifeguard, call 212-397-3157

     Effective 2/13/12

     

This is the best time for children and families to exercise in the pool!

Sundays - General Swim starts on February 12, 2012

     

Members must swim the full length of the pool which is divided into  beginner, medium and fast lanes.

Sundays - Lap Swim starts on February 12, 2012

Lap Swim - 6:00PM-7:00PM Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays part of the pool is used for Parks Youth Swim Team.

Anyone under 18 years needs to be evaluated by the lifeguard.

     

Inquire at front desk or call (212) 255-3705 for sports activity updates.

     

A learn to swim program for students from local public schools, as part of their daily school program.  This is only for schools particapating in this program.

     

Ages 13-18 years old.  Must register in the Teen Club House program. 

Join in the fun and meet new friends while participating in a wide verity of activities such as volleyball, boot camp fitness, dance and more.

     Part of the pool will be open for members to do water aerobics and part of the pool is open for lap swim.

Water Aerobics is a fee class $65.00 per 10 week session.

     Ages 6 to 13 years old.

January 25, 2012 – June 27, 2012
     

An aerobic exercise that uses an elevated platform to combine strength and toning exercises. It provides endurance and flexibility training.

This class is free to members only.

January 27, 2012 – June 29, 2012
     

An aerobic exercise that uses an elevated platform to combine strength and toning exercises. It provides endurance and flexibility training.

This class is free to members only.

January 27, 2012 – June 29, 2012
     

An aerobic exercise that uses an elevated platform to combine strength and toning exercises. It provides endurance and flexibility training.

This class is free to members only.

January 26, 2012 – June 28, 2012
     

An aerobic exercise that uses an elevated platform to combine strength and toning exercises. It provides endurance and flexibility training.

This class is free to members only.

January 25, 2012 – June 27, 2012
     

An aerobic exercise that uses an elevated platform to combine strength and toning exercises. It provides endurance and flexibility training.

This class is free to members only.

January 26, 2012 – June 28, 2012
     

An aerobic exercise that uses an elevated platform to combine strength and toning exercises. It provides endurance and flexibility training.

This class is free to members only.

January 26, 2012 – June 28, 2012
     

An aerobic exercise that uses an elevated platform to combine strength and toning exercises. It provides endurance and flexibility training.

This class is free to members only.

January 23, 2012 – June 25, 2012
     

An aerobic exercise that uses an elevated platform to combine strength and toning exercises. It provides endurance and flexibility training.

This class is free to members only.

January 23, 2012 – June 25, 2012
     

An aerobic exercise that uses an elevated platform to combine strength and toning exercises. It provides endurance and flexibility training.

This class is free to members only.

     Non-instructional program.  Bring an opponent or find one here.

FREE for members.

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012
     Ages 6-17

October 3, 2011 – March 3, 2012
     RECYOUTH. Reel Education and Communication for Youth program for teens grades 9-12. Youth learn digital media production skills as they collaborate in all of the phases of digital video production. Registration required. Contact Instructor for more information: heather.freudenthal@parks.nyc.gov

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012

November 28, 2011 – March 3, 2012

September 12, 2011 – May 25, 2012
     

Global Partners Junior is an award-winning student exchange program that connects New York City youth, ages 9-12, with students around the world through the internet. This unique program fosters global awareness and develops practical technology skills for middle school youth. Students communicate online about topics relevant to all cultures using an original curriculum. Students post and read messages to one another and share media projects, video greetings and research facts about their communities with the guidance of the program coordinator in a safe and secure online environment.

Contact Rebecca Davies (rebecca.davies@parks.nyc.gov, 212-255-3066 ext. 318) for more information or to register your child. 

January 14, 2012 – March 31, 2012
     

Children ages 6-13 years old will learn the basics of soccer. This is a co-ed program.

April 28, 2012 – June 23, 2012
     

The Learn to Swim program offers free swim lessons for toddlers (1½-5), children (6-17), and adults (18+) of all ages at our indoor pools. Parks offers two 10-week sessions and one 9-week session of swim instruction during the indoor pool season.

More Information about Learn to Swim and How to Register

February 4, 2012 – April 7, 2012
     

The Learn to Swim program offers free swim lessons for toddlers (1½-5), children (6-17), and adults (18+) of all ages at our indoor pools. Parks offers two 10-week sessions and one 9-week session of swim instruction during the indoor pool season.

More Information about Learn to Swim and How to Register

     Open to members who would like to learn this fast past sport.  Basic equipment is provided.

     Instructor: Mac

Kickboxing workout fuses authentic martial arts movements to energizing music to generate optimal fitness and fun!  

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.

     

Instructor: Tanja

This total body workout addresses muscle strength and endurance while keeping the heart rate up to burn calories and strengthen the cardio respiratory system. Continuous movement to great music makes it fun!

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.

     

Instructor: Frederick Schjang 

The Feldenkrais method is designed to improve movement repertoire, aiming to expand and refine the use of the self through awareness, in order to reduce pain or limitations in movement, and promote general well-being.

 

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.

     

Instructor: Frederick Schjang 

An innovative system of mind-body exercise evolved from the principles of Joseph Pilates. Pilates teaches body awareness & good posture while increasing core strength, flexibility, & agility.

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.

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.