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Please note: Some programs require advance registration and/or recreation center membership. Always call the contact number provided before attending a program.

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Adaptive Fitness

Friday: 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

St. James Recreation Center, 2530 Jerome Avenue, Bronx

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Start Date: April 5, 2019
End Date: June 21, 2019
Age:Adult / Senior

Adaptive participants will engage in light workout that are modified for their individual needs. They will receive a workout that is both fun and beneficial to their health. The workout sessions will focus on sensory motor skills that may improve individuals overall well-being.

Instructor: Shanel Burgess

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Adult & Senior Retro Basketball

Tuesday: 8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.,8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.,8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Sunday: 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Monday: 8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.,6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

St. Mary’s Recreation Center, 450 Saint Ann's Avenue, Bronx

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Start Date: September 23, 2018
Age:Adult / Senior

Adults 18+ are invited to use the gymnasium to play basketball.

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Adult Chair Fitness

Thursday: 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

St. James Recreation Center, 2530 Jerome Avenue, Bronx

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Start Date: April 4, 2019
End Date: June 20, 2019
Age:Adult / Senior

Chair exercise will help keep your body and joint flexible. Improving your motion and mobility, strengthening your muscles and stability. You will feel better in your overall health and fitness. Also, your daily routine will be easier. You can expect an improved mood, concentration, blood circulation as well as a decrease in joint and stiffness.

Instructor: Patricia Peguero

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Aerobics

Tuesday: 8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

James Monroe Senior Center , 1776 Story Avenue, Bronx

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Age:Senior

Join us for an hour of energizing activity. We rotate between aerobics, yoga, tai-chi, and zumba. You must be a member of the senior center to participate. Joining is easy and free, please call to find out how.

Cost: Free

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Arthritis Exercise

Thursday: 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

PSS City Island Senior Center , 116 City Island Ave, Bronx

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Age:Senior

Join for a light exercise class focusing on stretching, balance, and light cardio. Open to anyone 60+. Free!

Phone: 718-885-0727
E-mail: pgrondahl@pssusa.org
Cost: Free

Grace Church Hall

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Ballet for Kids (Level 1, 6-9 Years Old)

Monday: 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

St. James Recreation Center, 2530 Jerome Avenue, Bronx

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Start Date: April 1, 2019
End Date: June 17, 2019
Age:Child

Ballet is an essential foundation for all dance. Dance is a great way for kids to get active and express themselves creatively. This class introduces children to the basics of ballet in low-key and fun atmosphere while working on alignment, technique and discipline. (Ballet attire and shoes will be asked).

Instructor: Alexia

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Ballet for Kids (Level 2, 6-9 Years Old)

Monday: 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

St. James Recreation Center, 2530 Jerome Avenue, Bronx

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Start Date: April 1, 2019
End Date: June 17, 2019
Age:Child

Instructor: Alexia

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Beginner Pilates

Monday: 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

Bronx YMCA , 2 Castle Hill Ave, Bronx

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Age:Adult

The Mat Pilates method will help with the musculoskeletal balance, proper breathing, spinal alignments, and abdominal control. Mat Pilates will provide an overall muscle tone, muscle strength and core training. This format is for all levels.

Phone: 718-792-9736
Cost: free for members, individual memberships $12-$44/month, financial assistance available

Please check the center for cost and schedule.

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Belly Dancing

Friday: 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

PEP for Seniors , 1525 Unionport Road Apt. #ME, Bronx

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Age:Senior

Join PEP's Belly Dancing Class every Friday! Please come to PEP to purchase your multipass card for this and other classes. Open to anyone 55+.

Cost: $15/5 classes

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You may use any of Parks' recreational spaces, except tennis courts, without a permit. However, if a permit holder arrives with a valid permit in hand, you must vacate the field or court. An individual must have a season permit or single-play ticket to use Parks' tennis courts.

Organized play (leagues) requires a permit. Click here for an application and more information about permits.

174 St. Playground

E. 174 AND BRONX RIVER AVENUE (Bronx) |
Facility Type: Handball Courts
# of Courts: 4

174th St Playground

E 174 ST, BRONX RIVER AVE (Bronx)|

174th St Plgd

E 174 ST, BRONX RIVER AVE (Bronx) |
Facility Type: Exercise Equipment

174th Street Playground

E 174 ST. & BRONX RIVER AVE. (Bronx) |
Facility Type: Basketball Courts

227st Playground

E 227 ST/BRONX RIVER PARKWAY (Bronx)|

52 Playground

KELLY ST. & AVE. ST. JOHN (Bronx) |
Facility Type: Basketball Courts

Abigail Adams Playground

TINTON AVE. & E 156 ST. (Bronx) |
Facility Type: Basketball Courts

Abigail Playground

TINTON AVENUE, EAST 156TH STREET (Bronx)|
Level: 4

Abigail Playground

TINTON AVENUE, E. 156 ST. (Bronx) |
Facility Type: Handball Courts
# of Courts: 2

Admiral Farragut Playground

EAST 176TH STREET, CROTONA AVENUE, PROSPECT AVENUE (Bronx)|
Level: 4

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Team and league sports provide a great opportunity to get fit, socialize, and have fun. Some leagues are casual, while others are more competitive. Email or call the leagues below to find out more about your local team and its players.

7th Day Adventist League

Borough: Bronx
Age: Adult
Type: Baseball/Softball
Phone: (917) 562 – 9584 | Email

ADW SPORTS

Boroughs:Bronx, Bronx, Bronx
Age: Youth/Adult
Type: Baseball/Softball, Basketball/Netball, Football
COED FOOTBALL / COED SOFTBALL/ COED BASKETBALL
Phone: 646 228 3058 | Email

American Youth Table Tennis Organization

Boroughs:Bronx
Age: Youth
Type: table tennis
During after school and weekend hours, we offer urban school students an opportunity to learn the exciting, dynamic and strategic sport of table tennis.