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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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Adult Lap Swim
Monday: 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Thursday: 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Friday: 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
St. Mary’s Recreation Center, 450 Saint Ann's Avenue, Bronx
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Start Date: June 20, 2017
End Date: July 22, 2017
Age:Adult / Senior
Members 18 years and older are invited to swim laps and perfect their strokes while enjoying our heated pool.
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OutlookAdult Lap Swim
Monday: 2:15 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 2:15 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Friday: 2:15 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Brownsville Recreation Center, 1555 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn
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Age:Adult / Senior
The Adult Lap Swimming program gives fitness-minded adults the chance to take to the water without interruption from other swimmers. Swimming provides a full body workout that improves your overall cardiovascular health. For ages 18 and over.
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Adult Lap Swim
Monday: 7:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.,11:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.,7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.,11:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.,11:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.,7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Thursday: 7:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.,11:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.,7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.,11:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.,2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
St. John’s Recreation Center, 1251 Prospect Place, Brooklyn
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Start Date: October 9, 2015
Age:Adult / Senior
The swimming pool is open for adult lap swim.
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Adult Lap Swim
Monday: 7:00 a.m.-8:45 a.m.,12:15 p.m.-2:45 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m.,1:15 p.m.-3:45 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m.-8:45 a.m.,12:15 p.m.-3:45 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m.,1:15 p.m.-3:45 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m.-8:45 a.m.,12:15 p.m.-2:45 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.,2:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Hansborough Recreation Center, 35 West 134th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 3, 2017
End Date: July 1, 2017
Age:Adult / Senior
The swimming pool is 75 x 35.
98 lengths = 1 mile; 49 lengths = 1/2 mile; 74 lengths = 3/4 mile.
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Adult Lap Swim
Monday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,12:15 p.m.-3:00 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,12:15 p.m.-3:00 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Thursday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,12:15 p.m.-3:00 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.,1:45 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Recreation Center 54, 348 East 54th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: July 3, 2017
End Date: September 2, 2017
Age:Adult / Senior
Available for adults 18 and over. Slow, medium and fast lanes are provided. Lifeguards help determine your speed and match you with the appropriate lane.
98 lengths=1 mile
49 lengths=1/2 mile
Pool length is 18 yards in the outermost lanes.
NO snorkeling goggles allowed; Bathing cap needed; Bags are NOT allowed on the pool deck.
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Adult Lap Swim
Monday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,12:15 p.m.-3:00 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,12:15 p.m.-3:00 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,12:15 p.m.-3:00 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Thursday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,12:15 p.m.-3:00 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,12:15 p.m.-3:00 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.,1:45 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Recreation Center 54, 348 East 54th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: June 25, 2017
End Date: July 2, 2017
Age:Adult / Senior
Available for adults 18 and over. Slow, medium and fast lanes are provided. Lifeguards help determine your speed and match you with the appropriate lane.
98 lengths=1 mile
49 lengths=1/2 mile
Pool length is 18 yards in the outermost lanes.
NO snorkeling goggles allowed; Bathing cap needed; Bags are NOT allowed on the pool deck.
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Adult Swim
Monday: 5:15 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 2:15 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 5:15 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 2:15 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Friday: 5:15 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Brownsville Recreation Center, 1555 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn
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Age:Adult / Senior
The Adult Swim program gives fitness-minded adults the chance to take to the water without interruption from other swimmers. Swimming provides a full body workout that improves your overall cardiovascular health. For ages 18 and over.
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Adult Water Exercise Class
Monday: 7:00 a.m.-7:50 a.m.,6:00 p.m.-6:50 p.m.
Tuesday: 6:00 a.m.-6:50 p.m.,7:00 a.m.-7:50 a.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m.-7:50 a.m.,6:00 p.m.-6:50 p.m.
Thursday: 7:00 a.m.-7:50 a.m.,6:00 p.m.-6:50 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m.-7:50 a.m.,6:00 p.m.-6:50 p.m.
Saturday: 7:00 a.m.-7:50 a.m.
Vanderbilt YMCA 
, 224 East 47th St, Manhattan
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Age:Adult
Adults of all ages and physical fitness levels are welcome!
Phone: 212-912-2500
Cost: Free for members, non-members $105/8 classes
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Adult and Senior Swim
Monday: 8:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.,6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.,7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.,7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.,6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Roy Wilkins Recreation Center, 177th Street & Baisley Boulevard, Queens
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Age:Adult / Senior
Open swim for adults and seniors.
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Ai Chi ( Water Tai Chi)
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Recreation Center 54, 348 East 54th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: June 26, 2017
End Date: September 2, 2017
Age:Adult / Senior
Ai Chi is a form of aquatic exercise used for relaxation and fitness. This classes uses breathing techniques and progressive resistance training in water to relax and strengthen the body.
No class April 25th.
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Aqua Aerobics
Monday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Metropolitan Recreation Center, 261 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn
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Start Date: September 18, 2016
Age:Adult / Senior
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Aqua Exercise
Monday: 1:00 p.m.-1:45 p.m.
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,2:00 p.m.-2:45 p.m.
Wednesday: 1:00 p.m.-1:45 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,2:00 p.m.-2:45 p.m.,8:00 p.m.-8:45 p.m.
Friday: 2:00 p.m.-2:45 p.m.
Broadway YMCA , 651 Broadway, Staten Island
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Age:Teen / Adult
An instructional class of aerobic movements performed in the water, to improve body conditioning, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility.
Phone: 718-981-4933
Cost: Free for members, non-members $99/8 weeks
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Aqua Exercise
Sunday: 8:45 a.m.-9:45 a.m.
Monday: 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Thursday: 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
South Shore YMCA , 3939 Richmond Ave, Staten Island
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Age:Teen / Adult
An instructional class of aerobic movements performed in the water, to improve body conditioning, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility.
Phone: 718-227-3200
Cost: Free for members, non-members $99/8 weeks
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Aqua Fitness
Thursday: 6:30 p.m.-7:15 p.m.
Friday: 6:30 p.m.-7:15 p.m.
St. John’s Recreation Center, 1251 Prospect Place, Brooklyn
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Start Date: October 13, 2015
Age:Everyone
This aerobics class in the swimming pool is low impact. It gets your heart pumping without as much stress on your body!
Instructor: Nabz Stokes
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Aqua Jog
Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA , 1121 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn
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Age:Adult
A unique exercise class that takes place in the water, utlilizing floatation devices to allow "jogging" in deep water. No swimming experience required, but participants should be comfortable being in deep water.
Cost: free for members, non-members $95/8 weeks
Please check the center for cost and schedule.
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Aqua Seals Water Aerobics
Thursday: 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Hansborough Recreation Center, 35 West 134th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 2, 2017
End Date: July 1, 2017
Age:Adult / Senior
Get in the pool for a fun, low-impact exercise class! Water Aerobics improves cardiovascular health, while going easy on muscles and joints. Swimming caps must be worn.
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Aqua Total Body Conditioning for 16+ years: copy
Friday: 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Flushing Meadows Corona Park Pool & Rink, 131-04 Meridian Rd, Queens
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Start Date: July 14, 2017
End Date: September 1, 2017
Age:Adult
Aqua Total Body Conditioning for 16+ years: offers a complete body workout and ranges from gentle walking in water to high-energy exercise; it helps alleviate pain, improve circulation, and promote healing and muscle development for those suffering from physical ailments resulting from injury, disease, or aging.
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Aqua Zumba
Monday: 6:15 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
North Brooklyn YMCA , 570 Jamaica Ave, Brooklyn
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Age:Adult
Integrating the Zumba formula and philosophy with traditional aqua fitness disciplines. The class blends it all together into a safe, challenging, water-based workout that's cardio-conditioning, body-toning, and most of all, exhilarating beyond belief.
Phone: 718-277-1600
Cost: Free for members, non-members $85/8 weeks
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Aqua Zumba
Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA , 1121 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn
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Age:Adult
ZUMBA is a fusion of Latin and international music, utilizing dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness program. The routines feature aerobic interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body.
Cost: free for members, non-members $95/8 weeks
Please check the center for cost and schedule.
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Aquatic Boot Camp
Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA , 1121 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn
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Age:Adult
An exercise class that takes place in the water and challenges your entire body.
Cost: free for members, non-members $95/8 weeks
Please check the center for cost and schedule.
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Aquatic Exercise
Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA , 1121 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn
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Age:Adult
An instructional class of aerobic movements performed in the water, to improve body conditioning, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility.
Cost: free for members, non-members $95/8 weeks
Please check the center for cost and schedule.
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Beginning Adult Arthritis Exercise Class
Monday: 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
Tuesday: 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
Wednesday: 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
Thursday: 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
Friday: 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
Vanderbilt YMCA , 224 East 47th St, Manhattan
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Age:Senior
This class takes joints and muscles through a full range of motion workout in the pool.
Phone: 212-912-2500
Cost: Members $80/8 weeks, non-members $240/8 weeks
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Children and Youth Swim
Monday: 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Thursday: 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Friday: 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
St. Mary’s Recreation Center, 450 Saint Ann's Avenue, Bronx
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Start Date: October 23, 2016
End Date: July 22, 2017
Age:Child / Teen
Children and youth are invited to enjoy the swimming pool.
Adults are not permitted during youth sessions.
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Children's Swim
Monday: 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Friday: 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
St. John’s Recreation Center, 1251 Prospect Place, Brooklyn
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Start Date: October 19, 2015
Age:Child
The swimming pool is open especially for children to exercise or use the pool for recreational swimming.
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Family Swim
Tuesday: 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Friday: 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Saturday: 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
St. Mary’s Recreation Center, 450 Saint Ann's Avenue, Bronx
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Start Date: October 23, 2016
End Date: July 22, 2017
Age:Everyone
The swimming pool is open for families to exercise or use the pool for recreational swimming.
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General Adult Swim
Monday: 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Friday: 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Brownsville Recreation Center, 1555 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn
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Age:Adult
Swimming for adults, ages 18 and over.
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General Swim
Monday: 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.,3:00 p.m.-5:50 p.m.
Tuesday: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.,5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.,4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-5:50 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.,3:00 a.m.-6:50 p.m.
Saturday: 11:45 a.m.-2:15 p.m.
Hansborough Recreation Center, 35 West 134th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 3, 2017
End Date: July 1, 2017
Age:Everyone
The swimming pool is open for general and family swim. Swimming caps must be worn.
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General Swim
Saturday: 3:00 p.m.-4:45 p.m.
Brownsville Recreation Center, 1555 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn
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Age:Everyone
Swimming for all ages to enjoy. All pool lanes are open.
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General Swim
Sunday: 1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 3:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 3:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Friday: 3:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Metropolitan Recreation Center, 261 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn
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Start Date: September 20, 2016
Age:Everyone
The swimming pool is open for members to exercise or use the pool for recreational swimming.
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General Swim
Monday: 10:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m.,3:15 p.m.-5:45 p.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.,3:15 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m.,3:15 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.,2:15 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-1:15 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Saturday: 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center, 232 West 60th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: June 25, 2017
End Date: July 8, 2017
Age:Everyone
The swimming pool is open for recreational swim. Families are welcomed! Swim caps required.
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General Swim
Saturday: 9:45 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
St. John’s Recreation Center, 1251 Prospect Place, Brooklyn
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Start Date: October 9, 2015
Age:Adult / Senior
The swimming pool is open for adult lap swim.
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General Swim
Monday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,4:15 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,4:15 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:15 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Recreation Center 54, 348 East 54th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: July 3, 2017
End Date: September 2, 2017
Age:Everyone
General Swim available for all members. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Our pool is divided between the shallow and deep end. Members may use kick boards and noodles to wade in the water.
All patrons must shower before entering the pool and wear proper bathing attire. Swim caps must be worn. Snorkeling goggles are NOT allowed. Bags are NOT allowed on the pool deck.
Members interested in swimming in laps must attend the Adult lap swim hours.
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General Swim
Monday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:15 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Recreation Center 54, 348 East 54th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: June 26, 2017
End Date: July 2, 2017
Age:Everyone
General Swim available for all members. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Our pool is divided between the shallow and deep end. Members may use kick boards and noodles to wade in the water.
All patrons must shower before entering the pool and wear proper bathing attire. Swim caps must be worn. Snorkeling goggles are NOT allowed. Bags are NOT allowed on the pool deck.
Members interested in swimming in laps must attend the Adult lap swim hours.
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Holiday Swim Schedule: Closed July 4th!
Recreation Center 54, 348 East 54th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: July 4, 2017
End Date: July 4, 2017
Age:Adult / Senior
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Honeys and Bears
Monday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Tuesday: 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Hansborough Recreation Center, 35 West 134th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 3, 2017
End Date: July 1, 2017
Age:Adult / Senior
The Honeys and Bears are Hansborough Recreation Center's acclaimed synchronized swimming group. For seniors. Please contact the center for more information about joining.
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Lap Swim
Monday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.,6:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.,6:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Thursday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.,6:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.,1:30 p.m.-3:45 p.m.,7:15 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m.,2:15 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center, 232 West 60th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: June 25, 2017
End Date: July 8, 2017
Age:Adult / Senior
The swimming pool is open for lap swim. Swim caps required.
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Learn To Swim & Swim Team Practice
Tuesday: 4:00 p.m.-6:55 p.m.
Thursday: 4:00 p.m.-6:55 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Brownsville Recreation Center, 1555 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn
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Age:Child / Teen
BRC Stingrays Swim Team practice plus a Learn To Swim class session.
Learn To Swim (Ages 6-17)
Swim Team (Ages 6-18)
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Learn to Swim
Community Center at Stuyvesant High School , 345 Chambers St., Manhattan
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Age:Everyone
Register at the Community Center or call 646-210-4292 Visit www.ccshs.org for program information and class times.
Phone: 646-210-4292
Phone 2: 646-210-4292
Community Center at Stuyvesant High School
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Learn to Swim (Youth)
Tuesday: 4:00 p.m.-6:15 p.m.
Thursday: 4:00 p.m.-6:15 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Roy Wilkins Recreation Center, 177th Street & Baisley Boulevard, Queens
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Age:Child / Teen
Open recreational swim for kids ages 8-12.
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Learn to Swim: Adults
Saturday: 2:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Chelsea Recreation Center, 430 West 25th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: January 16, 2017
Age:Adult
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.
Adults must be at the beginner level in order to participate in Learn to Swim classes. A water test will be conducted on the first day of class to determine eligibility. Adults learn basic level swimming and safety skills including the development of breath control, floating, gliding, kicking on front and back, rotary breathing, arm strokes on front and back, safety skills, and entries and exits.
Pre-registration is required. Learn to Swim is only for registered participants. More information about the program can be found on the Learn to Swim page.
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Learn to Swim: Children
Saturday: 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Chelsea Recreation Center, 430 West 25th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 1, 2017
Age:Child
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.
Children ages 6 to 17 will learn beginner level skills such as how to safely get into and leave the water, how to control their breath by blowing bubbles, how to float and kick on front and back and move through the water. They will also learn how to stay safe around the water and what to do in case of an emergency. Children who already know these skills will learn to move their arms and legs together in a swimming motion. Instructors will work on teaching children to swim without assistance, and improve on skills of the beginner level.
Pre-registration is required. Learn to Swim is only for registered participants. More information about the program can be found on the Learn to Swim page.
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Learn to Swim: Tots
Saturday: 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
Chelsea Recreation Center, 430 West 25th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 1, 2017
Age:Preschool
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.
Teach your tot to be ready to learn to swim! In this class, we'll get your tot used to the water, with the help of one of our Aquatic Specialists. Parents or guardians help their kids get familiar with the water, become comfortable floating on front and back, and be able to control their breath by blowing bubbles or submerging under water.
Pre-registration is required. Learn to Swim is only for registered participants. More information about the program can be found on the Learn to Swim page.
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Pool Cleaning
Friday: 9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
St. John’s Recreation Center, 1251 Prospect Place, Brooklyn
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Start Date: October 23, 2015
Age:
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Pool Closed
Sunday: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Monday: 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.,8:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.,3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.,6:15 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,8:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.,3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.,5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.,8:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.,3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.,6:15 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,8:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.,3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.,5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.,8:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.,3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.,6:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Saturday: 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
St. Mary’s Recreation Center, 450 Saint Ann's Avenue, Bronx
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Start Date: October 23, 2016
End Date: July 22, 2017
Age:Everyone
Swimming pool is closed to public
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Renewal: A Water Exercise Program for Women with Cancer
Thursday: 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
JCC Manhattan , 334 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan
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Age:Adult / Senior
These free classes are for those recovering from cancer and are co-sponsored by The Comprehensive Breast Center at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospitals and The JCC in Manhattan. To register for all programs, please call JoAnn Fox Weingarten, 212-523-7275.
Phone: 212-523-7275
Cost: Free
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Saturday Swim Lessons (Registration Required)
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Flushing Meadows Corona Park Pool & Rink, 131-04 Meridian Rd, Queens
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Start Date: July 15, 2017
End Date: September 2, 2017
Age:Everyone
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Senior Swim Lessons (Registration Required)
Tuesday: 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Thursday: 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Flushing Meadows Corona Park Pool & Rink, 131-04 Meridian Rd, Queens
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Start Date: July 11, 2017
End Date: August 3, 2017
Age:Senior
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Senior Swim Lessons (Registration Required)
Tuesday: 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Thursday: 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Flushing Meadows Corona Park Pool & Rink, 131-04 Meridian Rd, Queens
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Start Date: August 8, 2017
End Date: August 31, 2017
Age:Senior
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Senior Water Aerobics
Monday: 9:30 a.m.-10:15 a.m.
Tuesday: 9:30 a.m.-10:15 a.m.
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m.-10:15 a.m.
Thursday: 9:30 a.m.-10:15 a.m.
St. John’s Recreation Center, 1251 Prospect Place, Brooklyn
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Start Date: October 16, 2014
Age:Senior
Especially for seniors, this aerobics class in the swimming pool is low impact. It gets your heart pumping without as much stress on your body!
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Swim For Life
Monday: 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Tuesday: 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Wednesday: 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Thursday: 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Friday: 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Brownsville Recreation Center, 1555 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn
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Start Date: February 27, 2017
End Date: December 31, 2020
Age:Child / Teen
Swimming lessons provided for DOH schools from the community.
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Swim Team
Monday: 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Chelsea Recreation Center, 430 West 25th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: January 8, 2017
Age:Adult
The swimming pool is used by the Swim Team. The pool is closed for other members during this time.
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Swim for Life
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Chelsea Recreation Center, 430 West 25th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: January 1, 2017
End Date: July 7, 2017
Age:Child
Swim for Life is a water safety program offered to New York City's public school second graders. For more information, visit the Swim for Life webpage.
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T.O.W.-Terrified of the Water
Monday: 8:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Vanderbilt YMCA , 224 East 47th St, Manhattan
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Age:Everyone
Overcome your fear of water & learn how to swim with underwater or deep water activities.
Phone: 212-912-2500
Cost: Members $105/8 weeks, non-members $190/8 weeks
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Tiny Tots and Tots Swim Lessons (Registration Required)
Saturday: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Flushing Meadows Corona Park Pool & Rink, 131-04 Meridian Rd, Queens
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Start Date: July 15, 2017
End Date: September 2, 2017
Age:Preschool
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Water Aerobics
Monday: 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Friday: 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Chelsea Recreation Center, 430 West 25th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: July 3, 2017
Age:Adult / Senior
Get fit in the water in this low-impact class! The water exercises utilize the resistance and buoyancy of the water to improve cardiovascular fitness, strength and flexibility.
All participants must have a lock to secure personal property. Bathing cap is required.
Intructor: Wilson/Teresa
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Water Aerobics
Monday: 10:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center, 232 West 60th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: July 9, 2017
End Date: September 23, 2017
Age:Adult / Senior
A stress-free time to socialize, swim, and improve health and fitness by participating in instructor-led water exercise classes, while enjoying the benefits of the water at Parks indoor pools. Swim caps required.
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Water Aerobics
Monday: 2:45 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 2:45 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Friday: 3:45 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Roy Wilkins Recreation Center, 177th Street & Baisley Boulevard, Queens
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Age:Adult / Senior
Fun, low impact exercise class in the water! For seniors.
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Water Aerobics
Monday: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Friday: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Hansborough Recreation Center, 35 West 134th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 3, 2017
End Date: July 1, 2017
Age:Adult / Senior
Get in the pool for a fun, low-impact exercise class! Water Aerobics improves cardiovascular health, while going easy on muscles and joints.
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Water Aerobics For Adults
Tuesday: 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Thursday: 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Brownsville Recreation Center, 1555 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn
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Age:Adult / Senior
This popular water aerobics workout is a swimming blend of cardio and resistance training, and may incorporate resistance tools such as buoyant water weights and noodles. For Adults & Seniors, Ages 18 and up.
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Water Polo
Saturday: 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Metropolitan Recreation Center, 261 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn
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Start Date: October 17, 2015
Age:Adult / Senior
A seven-a-side game played by swimmers in a pool, with a ball like a volleyball that is thrown into the opponent's net.
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Water Polo
Tuesday: 9:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Chelsea Recreation Center, 430 West 25th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: January 16, 2017
Age:Adult / Senior
Take the chance to learn this fascinating sport! And even better: basic equipment is provided.
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Weekday Swim Lessons (Registration Required)
Monday: 4:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 4:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 4:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Thursday: 4:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Flushing Meadows Corona Park Pool & Rink, 131-04 Meridian Rd, Queens
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Start Date: July 10, 2017
End Date: August 31, 2017
Age:Everyone
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Women and Girls' Swim
Sunday: 2:45 p.m.-4:45 p.m.
Metropolitan Recreation Center, 261 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn
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Age:Child / Teen / Adult
The swimming pool is open for women and girls.
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Women's Swim
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Metropolitan Recreation Center, 261 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn
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Start Date: September 20, 2016
Age:Adult / Senior
The pool is open just for women to exercise or enjoy a recreational swim.
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Women's Swim
Tuesday: 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
St. John’s Recreation Center, 1251 Prospect Place, Brooklyn
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Age:Adult / Senior
The swimming pool is open especially for women to exercise or use the pool for recreational swimming.
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Youth Swim
Monday: 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Friday: 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Brownsville Recreation Center, 1555 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn
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Age:Child / Teen
Youth swim classes help each child develop stroke technique, stamina, endurance and a strong foundation of technical skills. Our youth swimming program is for ages 17 and younger.
There is a minimum height requirement : 48" (4 Feet Tall)
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Youth Swim for Ages 13-17
Roy Wilkins Recreation Center, 177th Street & Baisley Boulevard, Queens
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Age:Child / Teen
Open recreational swim for kids ages 13-17
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Youth Swim for Ages 8-12
Saturday: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Roy Wilkins Recreation Center, 177th Street & Baisley Boulevard, Queens
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Age:Child / Teen
Open recreational swim for kids ages 8-12
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Please note: Programs with this symbol () are not managed by the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation. While Parks does its best to maintain accuracy in search results, users are strongly advised to call or email the program organizers directly for up-to-date information.
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Swimming/Aquatics
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.
Abe Lincoln
5TH AVENUE & E. 135TH STREET (Manhattan) | 
Facility Type: Outdoor Pools
(212) 491-1714
Type: Mini
Setting: Outdoor
Size: 40' x 20' x 3'
Al Oerter Recreation Center
131-40 FOWLER AVENUE (Queens) |
Cross Streets:
Avery Avenue and College Point Boulevard
Facility Type: Recreation Centers
Full Location Details
Facilities related to Swimming/Aquatics: Pool (Indoor)
Asser Levy
ASSER LEVY PLACE AND E. 23RD STREET (Manhattan) |
Facility Type: Outdoor Pools
(212) 447-2020
Type: Wading
Setting: Outdoor
Size: 41.67' x 25' x 1.5'
Full Location Details
rec_center_id: M164
Asser Levy
ASSER LEVY PLACE AND E. 23RD STREET (Manhattan) |
Facility Type: Outdoor Pools
(212) 447-2020
Type: Intermediate
Setting: Outdoor
Size: 120' x 45' x 4' Full Location Details
rec_center_id: M164
Asser Levy Recreation Center
ASSER LEVY PLACE (Manhattan) |
Cross Streets:
East 23rd Street & FDR Drive
Facility Type: Recreation Centers
Full Location Details
Facilities related to Swimming/Aquatics: Pool (Indoor), Pool (Outdoor)
Asser Levy Recreation Center Pool
ASSER LEVY PLACE AND E. 23RD STREET (Manhattan) |
Facility Type: Indoor Pools
(212) 447-2020
Full Location Details
rec_center_id: M164 Astoria
19TH STREET AND 23RD DRIVE (Queens) |
Facility Type: Outdoor Pools
(718) 626-8620
Type: Olympic
Setting: Outdoor
Size: 330' x 165' x 4'
Betsy Head
BOYLAND, LIVONIA AND DUMONT AVENUES (Brooklyn) |
Facility Type: Outdoor Pools
(718) 257-1635/6
Type: Olympic
Setting: Outdoor
Size: 330' x 165' x 4.25
Brighton Beach
ON ATLANTIC OCEAN, FROM OCEAN PARKWAY TO CORBIN PLACE (Brooklyn) |
Facility Type: Beaches
Phone: (718) 946-1350Download Brighton Beach & Coney Island Beach Rules (PDF, 20KB)
Bronx River Playground
E. 174TH STREET & BRONX RIVER AVENUE (Bronx) |
Facility Type: Outdoor Pools
(718) 378-1597
Type: Mini
Setting: Outdoor
Size: 40' x 20' x 3'
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Swimming/Aquatics
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.
NYC Social Sports Club
Boroughs:Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens
Age: Adult
Type: Kickball, Bowling, Dodgeball, Broomball, Team Trivia, Flag Football, Ultimate Frisbee, Inner Tube Water Polo, Volleyball, Soccer
NYC Social has offered casually competitive co-ed leagues in and around Manhattan since 2004. With a focus on the social side of recreational leagues, it has become the city's funnest community of active adults.
We offer the following sports: kickball, flag football, volleyball, Dodgeball, mini golf, soccer, bowling, ultimate Frisbee, team trivia, Broomball, and inner tube water polo.
Phone: (212) 929.5353 | Email
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