Chelsea Recreation Center

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In observance of Easter Sunday, recreation centers will be closed on Sunday, April 20, 2025. 

Center Schedule

indicates the program does not require center membership

Monday
4/14
Tuesday
4/15
Wednesday
4/16
Thursday
4/17
Friday
4/18
Saturday
4/19
Sunday
4/20

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

7:00 a - 8:30 a
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Ages: Adult, Senior

9:00 a - 10:00 a
Morning Blast
Gymnasium

Morning Blast

Gymnasium

Early morning instructional cardio, body sculpt and weight training class.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 11:00 a
Stretch and Flex
Gymnasium

Stretch and Flex

Gymnasium

Using active and passive stretching we will focus on the breath and releasing tension throughout the body as we stretch. We will use props and a variety of stretching methods to deepen your posture and improve flexibility, range of motion, and technique.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:15 a - 12:30 p
Crochet Anything Basics
Spin Bike Room

Crochet Anything Basics

Spin Bike Room

Learn basic crochet stitches.

Instructor: Tiffany Moses

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 2:00 p
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:30 p - 4:00 p
Youth Open Basketball
Gymnasium

Youth Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Youth Open Basketball

Ages: Child, Teen

4:00 p - 5:00 p
Youth Drop-In Instructional Sports
Chelsea Recreation Center

Youth Drop-In Instructional Sports

Chelsea Recreation Center

This program offers children ages 6-13 a safe and engaging environment where they can participate in various physical activities.

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Everyone

5:00 p - 6:00 p
Youth Drop-In
Classroom B

Youth Drop-In

Classroom B

Children ages 6-13 are provided with STEAM activities in a safe, structured environment on weekdays from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Instructor: Steve Nicola

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child

6:30 p - 7:15 p
Bodyweight Circuit Training
Dance Room

Bodyweight Circuit Training

Dance Room

This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full body workout. Whether you are a beginner and need to learn proper form or know your way around the gym and are looking for a challenge- this class for you! Come engage in exercises that target all muscle groups as well as get your heart pumping!

Instructor: Ricky Silva

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

7:00 a - 8:30 a
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Ages: Adult, Senior

9:00 a - 10:00 a
Walk and Fit/ Circuit Training
Gymnasium

Walk and Fit/ Circuit Training

Gymnasium

Walk and Fit is a fitness walking program which combines the rhythmic natural motion of walking with affirmations and bodyweight fitness movements in a HIIT workout. Pedometers will be provided.

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 11:00 a
Sit and Fit
Gymnasium

Sit and Fit

Gymnasium

Sit and Be Fit brings easy chair exercises for adults that strengthen both body and mind

Instructor: Dana Brown

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:30 p - 2:30 p
Introduction to Pickleball
Gymnasium

Introduction to Pickleball

Gymnasium

Adults will learn the basics of pickleball and participate in friendly competition.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.

Instructor: Steve Nicola

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:30 p - 5:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops: Jam Session!
Chelsea Recreation Center

Youth Tech Workshops: Jam Session!

Chelsea Recreation Center

Sing, rap, or play your heart out as a part of a band! Learn the basics of audio production.

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child, Teen

2:30 p - 3:30 p
Quick and Sweaty Core Class
Dance Room

Quick and Sweaty Core Class

Dance Room

Prepare to get down and dirty with this quick core workout. This moderate to high intensity, fast paced, workout. It will cover the area of those legless and armless dolls/action figures of our youth. Prepare to build a strong core!

Instructor: Stefan Pryce

Intensity: Intermediate / Moderate

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:30 p - 4:00 p
Youth Open Basketball
Gymnasium

Youth Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Youth Open Basketball

Ages: Child, Teen

3:00 p - 4:00 p
Instructional Adult Table Tennis
Billiards Lobby Area

Instructional Adult Table Tennis

Billiards Lobby Area

A space for adult members to learn the rules and fundamentals of table-tennis. One hour instructional play, followed by one-hour of open play

Instructor: Steve Nicola

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

3:45 p - 5:00 p
Learn to Salsa
Dance Room

Learn to Salsa

Dance Room

Instruction class in which participants learn to salsa

Instructor: George Giraldo

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:30 p - 5:30 p
Basketball Class Ages 8 to 10
Gymnasium

Basketball Class Ages 8 to 10

Gymnasium

Children, ages 8-10 will work on the fundamentals of basketball. We will prepare young athletes to be ready to play organized 5 vs 5 games.

Instructor: Brian McMahon

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child

5:00 p - 6:00 p
Make Today a HIIT
Dance Room

Make Today a HIIT

Dance Room

This is a self- paced high intensity interval training class. We will be doing total body workouts in a TABATA format. Come out and work as hard as you can, regardless of your ability level.

Instructor: Stefan Pryce

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

6:00 p - 6:45 p
Soft Rock and Rolling Out
Dance Room

Soft Rock and Rolling Out

Dance Room

Rock out as you Roll out your sore or tight muscles. Enjoy soft rock music while getting out those rock-like knots using self-myofascial release techniques with a foam roller, with the goal of releasing tension, reducing soreness and aiding in recovery from physical activity.

Instructor: Stefan Pryce

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

6:00 p - 7:30 p
Adult Open Play Pickleball
Gymnasium

Adult Open Play Pickleball

Gymnasium

Adult (18+) Open Play Pickleball.

Intensity: Intermediate / Moderate

Ages: Adult, Senior

7:00 p - 8:00 p
Balance and Ballads
Dance Room

Balance and Ballads

Dance Room

Find your center of gravity while listening to belt-able ballads. During this class we will focus on building strength, endurance and coordination to improve balance.

Instructor: Stefan Pryce

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

7:00 a - 8:30 a
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Ages: Adult, Senior

9:00 a - 10:00 a
Morning Blast
Gymnasium

Morning Blast

Gymnasium

Early morning instructional cardio, body sculpt and weight training class.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 11:00 a
Stretch and Flex
Gymnasium

Stretch and Flex

Gymnasium

Using active and passive stretching we will focus on the breath and releasing tension throughout the body as we stretch. We will use props and a variety of stretching methods to deepen your posture and improve flexibility, range of motion, and technique.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:30 p - 2:30 p
Introduction to Pickleball
Gymnasium

Introduction to Pickleball

Gymnasium

Adults will learn the basics of pickleball and participate in friendly competition.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.

Instructor: Steve Nicola

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:30 p - 4:00 p
Youth Open Basketball
Gymnasium

Youth Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Youth Open Basketball

Ages: Child, Teen

4:00 p - 5:00 p
Youth Drop-In Instructional Sports
Chelsea Recreation Center

Youth Drop-In Instructional Sports

Chelsea Recreation Center

This program offers children ages 6-13 a safe and engaging environment where they can participate in various physical activities.

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Everyone

4:00 p - 5:00 p
Balance and Ballads
Dance Room

Balance and Ballads

Dance Room

Find your center of gravity while listening to belt-able ballads. During this class we will focus on building strength, endurance and coordination to improve balance.

Instructor: Stefan Pryce

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

5:00 p - 6:00 p
Youth Drop-In
Classroom B

Youth Drop-In

Classroom B

Children ages 6-13 are provided with STEAM activities in a safe, structured environment on weekdays from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Instructor: Steve Nicola

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child

5:00 p - 5:45 p
Soft Rock and Rolling Out
Dance Room

Soft Rock and Rolling Out

Dance Room

Rock out as you Roll out your sore or tight muscles. Enjoy soft rock music while getting out those rock-like knots using self-myofascial release techniques with a foam roller, with the goal of releasing tension, reducing soreness and aiding in recovery from physical activity.

Instructor: Stefan Pryce

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

5:30 p - 7:30 p
Adult Hockey Open Access
Gymnasium

Adult Hockey Open Access

Gymnasium

Hockey Adult Open Play 18+

Ages: Adult, Senior

6:00 p - 7:00 p
Make Today a HIIT
Dance Room

Make Today a HIIT

Dance Room

This is a self- paced high intensity interval training class. We will be doing total body workouts in a TABATA format. Come out and work as hard as you can, regardless of your ability level.

Instructor: Stefan Pryce

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

7:00 p - 8:00 p
Quick and Sweaty Core Class
Dance Room

Quick and Sweaty Core Class

Dance Room

Prepare to get down and dirty with this quick core workout. This moderate to high intensity, fast paced, workout. It will cover the area of those legless and armless dolls/action figures of our youth. Prepare to build a strong core!

Instructor: Stefan Pryce

Intensity: Intermediate / Moderate

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

7:00 a - 8:30 a
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Ages: Adult, Senior

9:00 a - 10:00 a
Walk and Fit/ Circuit Training
Gymnasium

Walk and Fit/ Circuit Training

Gymnasium

Walk and Fit is a fitness walking program which combines the rhythmic natural motion of walking with affirmations and bodyweight fitness movements in a HIIT workout. Pedometers will be provided.

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 11:00 a
Sit and Fit
Gymnasium

Sit and Fit

Gymnasium

Sit and Be Fit brings easy chair exercises for adults that strengthen both body and mind

Instructor: Dana Brown

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:30 p - 2:30 p
Introduction to Pickleball
Gymnasium

Introduction to Pickleball

Gymnasium

Adults will learn the basics of pickleball and participate in friendly competition.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.

Instructor: Steve Nicola

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:30 p - 4:00 p
Youth Open Basketball
Gymnasium

Youth Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Youth Open Basketball

Ages: Child, Teen

3:00 p - 4:00 p
Instructional Adult Table Tennis
Billiards Lobby Area

Instructional Adult Table Tennis

Billiards Lobby Area

A space for adult members to learn the rules and fundamentals of table-tennis. One hour instructional play, followed by one-hour of open play

Instructor: Steve Nicola

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:00 p - 5:15 p
Adult Beginner Ballet Class
Dance Room

Adult Beginner Ballet Class

Dance Room

Adult +18 Beginner Ballet Class
The advantages of taking ballet as an adult; Physical benefits, strength, mobility, endurance, coordination and alignment. As for the mental and spiritual benefits are cognitive development, musicality and creativity. Come join the fun.

Instructor: George Giraldo

Ages: Everyone

4:30 p - 5:30 p
Basketball Class Ages 11 to 14
Gymnasium

Basketball Class Ages 11 to 14

Gymnasium

Children, ages 11-14 will work on the fundamentals of basketball. We will prepare young athletes to be ready to play organized 5 vs 5 games.

Instructor: Brian McMahon

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child, Teen

6:00 p - 7:30 p
Badminton Open Access
Gymnasium

Badminton Open Access

Gymnasium

Adult Open play for badminton

Ages: Adult, Senior

6:30 p - 7:30 p
Adult Strength Training
Dance Room

Adult Strength Training

Dance Room

The workout combines aerobic, resistance (strength) training, and toning with plenty of friendly fun. A full-body workout for active older adults

Instructor: Brian McMahon

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

7:00 a - 8:30 a
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Ages: Adult, Senior

9:00 a - 10:00 a
Morning Blast
Gymnasium

Morning Blast

Gymnasium

Early morning instructional cardio, body sculpt and weight training class.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 11:00 a
Stretch and Flex
Gymnasium

Stretch and Flex

Gymnasium

Using active and passive stretching we will focus on the breath and releasing tension throughout the body as we stretch. We will use props and a variety of stretching methods to deepen your posture and improve flexibility, range of motion, and technique.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:00 a - 12:00 p
Instructional Adult Basketball
Gymnasium

Instructional Adult Basketball

Gymnasium

This class is designed for adults to learn the fundamentals and rules of basketball. A general class will feature form, techniques, drill work which would lead into a friendly game.

Instructor: Brian McMahon

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 2:00 p
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:30 p - 4:00 p
Youth Open Basketball
Gymnasium

Youth Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Youth Open Basketball

Ages: Child, Teen

4:15 p - 5:15 p
Teen Basketball Practice
Gymnasium

Teen Basketball Practice

Gymnasium

Children, ages 8-10 will work on the fundamentals of basketball. We will prepare young athletes to be ready to play organized 5 vs 5 games.

Instructor: Brian McMahon

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Teen

5:30 p - 7:30 p
Youth Open Volleyball
Chelsea Recreation Center

Youth Open Volleyball

Chelsea Recreation Center

Youth Open Access Volleyball

Ages: Preschool, Child, Teen

Building Hours
8:00 a - 4:00 p

8:00 a - 10:00 a
Badminton Open Access
Gymnasium

Badminton Open Access

Gymnasium

Adult Open play for badminton

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:30 a - 11:30 a
Young Ballers (5-7)
Gymnasium

Young Ballers (5-7)

Gymnasium

Children, ages 5-7 will work on the fundamentals of basketball. We will prepare young athletes to be ready to play organized 5 vs 5 games.

Instructor: Brian McMahon

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Preschool, Child

11:30 a - 12:30 p
Bodyweight Circuit Training
Dance Room

Bodyweight Circuit Training

Dance Room

This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full-body workout. Whether you are a beginner who wants to learn proper form or know your way around the gym and looking for a challenge- this class is for you! Come engage in exercises that target all muscle groups and will get your heart pumping.

Instructor: Rachel Prozeller

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:30 a - 12:30 p
Basketball Class Ages 8 to 10
Gymnasium

Basketball Class Ages 8 to 10

Gymnasium

Children, ages 8-10 will work on the fundamentals of basketball. We will prepare young athletes to be ready to play organized 5 vs 5 games.

Instructor: Brian McMahon

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child

12:30 p - 1:45 p
Basketball Class Ages 11 to 14
Gymnasium

Basketball Class Ages 11 to 14

Gymnasium

Children, ages 11-14 will work on the fundamentals of basketball. We will prepare young athletes to be ready to play organized 5 vs 5 games.

Instructor: Brian McMahon

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child, Teen

2:00 p - 3:30 p
Family Time
Gymnasium

Family Time

Gymnasium

Parents/Guardians of children ages 12 and under can spend your Saturday afternoon having fun and enjoying time as a family playing sports!

All adults must be accompanied by a child.

Ages: Everyone

4:30 p - 7:45 p
Saturday Night Lights
Chelsea Recreation Center

Saturday Night Lights

Chelsea Recreation Center

Join us as NYC Parks partners with NYPD, DYCD, DOE, and NYC's five District Attorney's Offices to extend the hours of recreation centers on Saturday nights for youth and teens! The following activities can be expected during Saturday Night Lights at Chelsea Recreation Center: Basketball, table tennis, billiards, art classes.

Ages: Child, Teen,

Building Hours
Closed

Easter Sunday

Recreation Centers will be closed.

There are no public programs at this Recreation Center today.

Pool Schedule

indicates the program does not require center membership

Monday
4/14
Tuesday
4/15
Wednesday
4/16
Thursday
4/17
Friday
4/18
Saturday
4/19
Sunday
4/20

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

7:00 a - 9:45 a
Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Lap Swim

Indoor Pool

Lap lanes are for multiple swimmers. Patrons should expect to share the lane with two or more swimmers, and their swimming style must accommodate multiple swimmers.

Ages: 16 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 1:00 p
General Open Swim
Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Ages: Everyone

1:15 p - 2:15 p
Water Aerobics
Indoor Pool

Water Aerobics

Indoor Pool

The class will incorporate cardio and strength, using water weights and noodles. This low-impact class is performed in shallow water and is designed to improve joint stability, coordination, heart health, and strength.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.

Tuesday & Thursday instructor: George Giraldo

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:30 p - 3:45 p
Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Lap Swim

Indoor Pool

Lap lanes are for multiple swimmers. Patrons should expect to share the lane with two or more swimmers, and their swimming style must accommodate multiple swimmers.

Ages: 16 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:00 p - 9:00 p
Lifeguard Training Program
Indoor Pool

Lifeguard Training Program

Indoor Pool

The pool is closed to the general public at this time. Eligible lifeguard candidates are enrolled in the Municipal Lifeguard Training Program, a state-certified program that will prepare lifeguards for full-time jobs at New York City’s beaches and pools.

Ages: Everyone

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

7:00 a - 9:45 a
Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Lap Swim

Indoor Pool

Lap lanes are for multiple swimmers. Patrons should expect to share the lane with two or more swimmers, and their swimming style must accommodate multiple swimmers.

Ages: 16 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 12:00 p
General Open Swim
Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Ages: Everyone

1:15 p - 2:15 p
Water Aerobics
Indoor Pool

Water Aerobics

Indoor Pool

The class will incorporate cardio and strength, using water weights and noodles. This low-impact class is performed in shallow water and is designed to improve joint stability, coordination, heart health, and strength.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.

Tuesday & Thursday instructor: George Giraldo

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:30 p - 3:45 p
Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Lap Swim

Indoor Pool

Lap lanes are for multiple swimmers. Patrons should expect to share the lane with two or more swimmers, and their swimming style must accommodate multiple swimmers.

Ages: 16 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:00 p - 9:00 p
Lifeguard Training Program
Indoor Pool

Lifeguard Training Program

Indoor Pool

The pool is closed to the general public at this time. Eligible lifeguard candidates are enrolled in the Municipal Lifeguard Training Program, a state-certified program that will prepare lifeguards for full-time jobs at New York City’s beaches and pools.

Ages: Everyone

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

7:00 a - 9:45 a
Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Lap Swim

Indoor Pool

Lap lanes are for multiple swimmers. Patrons should expect to share the lane with two or more swimmers, and their swimming style must accommodate multiple swimmers.

Ages: 16 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 1:00 p
General Open Swim
Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Ages: Everyone

1:15 p - 2:15 p
Water Aerobics
Indoor Pool

Water Aerobics

Indoor Pool

The class will incorporate cardio and strength, using water weights and noodles. This low-impact class is performed in shallow water and is designed to improve joint stability, coordination, heart health, and strength.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.

Tuesday & Thursday instructor: George Giraldo

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:30 p - 3:45 p
Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Lap Swim

Indoor Pool

Lap lanes are for multiple swimmers. Patrons should expect to share the lane with two or more swimmers, and their swimming style must accommodate multiple swimmers.

Ages: 16 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

5:45 p - 7:00 p
Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Lap Swim

Indoor Pool

Lap lanes are for multiple swimmers. Patrons should expect to share the lane with two or more swimmers, and their swimming style must accommodate multiple swimmers.

Ages: 16 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

7:00 a - 9:45 a
Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Lap Swim

Indoor Pool

Lap lanes are for multiple swimmers. Patrons should expect to share the lane with two or more swimmers, and their swimming style must accommodate multiple swimmers.

Ages: 16 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 12:00 p
General Open Swim
Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Ages: Everyone

1:15 p - 2:15 p
Water Aerobics
Indoor Pool

Water Aerobics

Indoor Pool

The class will incorporate cardio and strength, using water weights and noodles. This low-impact class is performed in shallow water and is designed to improve joint stability, coordination, heart health, and strength.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.

Tuesday & Thursday instructor: George Giraldo

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:30 p - 3:45 p
Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Lap Swim

Indoor Pool

Lap lanes are for multiple swimmers. Patrons should expect to share the lane with two or more swimmers, and their swimming style must accommodate multiple swimmers.

Ages: 16 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:00 p - 9:00 p
Lifeguard Training Program
Indoor Pool

Lifeguard Training Program

Indoor Pool

The pool is closed to the general public at this time. Eligible lifeguard candidates are enrolled in the Municipal Lifeguard Training Program, a state-certified program that will prepare lifeguards for full-time jobs at New York City’s beaches and pools.

Ages: Everyone

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

7:00 a - 9:45 a
Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Lap Swim

Indoor Pool

Lap lanes are for multiple swimmers. Patrons should expect to share the lane with two or more swimmers, and their swimming style must accommodate multiple swimmers.

Ages: 16 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 1:00 p
General Open Swim
Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Ages: Everyone

1:15 p - 2:15 p
Water Aerobics
Indoor Pool

Water Aerobics

Indoor Pool

The class will incorporate cardio and strength, using water weights and noodles. This low-impact class is performed in shallow water and is designed to improve joint stability, coordination, heart health, and strength.
Each member must have their own lock to enter the building. All personal items must be locked up. Please have your lock out upon entering the building.

Tuesday & Thursday instructor: George Giraldo

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:30 p - 3:45 p
Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Lap Swim

Indoor Pool

Lap lanes are for multiple swimmers. Patrons should expect to share the lane with two or more swimmers, and their swimming style must accommodate multiple swimmers.

Ages: 16 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:00 p - 9:00 p
Lifeguard Training Program
Indoor Pool

Lifeguard Training Program

Indoor Pool

The pool is closed to the general public at this time. Eligible lifeguard candidates are enrolled in the Municipal Lifeguard Training Program, a state-certified program that will prepare lifeguards for full-time jobs at New York City’s beaches and pools.

Ages: Everyone

Building Hours
8:00 a - 4:00 p

8:00 a - 9:30 a
CANCELED: Metropolitan Sharks: Swim Team at Chelsea Pool
Indoor Pool

CANCELED: Metropolitan Sharks: Swim Team at Chelsea Pool

Indoor Pool

Learn competitive swimming strokes, goal setting, sportsmanship, teamwork principals, and improve your fitness. Have fun and be part of a team and compete against other Parks Swim Teams citywide.
As a swimmer, you’ll compete in citywide swim meets during the season and a Citywide Championship. Registration for swimmers on the team during 2023-2024 indoor swim season.
Bring a towel and a lock.

Intensity: Advanced / High

Ages: Child, Teen,

8:00 a - 9:45 a
Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Lap Swim

Indoor Pool

Lap lanes are for multiple swimmers. Patrons should expect to share the lane with two or more swimmers, and their swimming style must accommodate multiple swimmers.

Ages: 16 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:30 p - 3:45 p
General Open Swim
Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Ages: Everyone

4:00 p - 5:30 p
Chelsea: Blue Dolphins Swim Team
Indoor Pool

Chelsea: Blue Dolphins Swim Team

Indoor Pool

Learn competitive swimming strokes, goal setting, sportsmanship, teamwork principals, and improve your fitness. Have fun and be part of a team and compete against other Parks Swim Teams citywide.
Registration is for swimmers in the indoor 2024-2025 season.

Intensity: Advanced / High

Ages: Child, Teen,

5:45 p - 7:00 p
Saturday Night Lights General Swim (Youth Only)
Indoor Pool

Saturday Night Lights General Swim (Youth Only)

Indoor Pool

General Open Swim for youth only during the Saturday Night Lights program.

Ages: Child, Teen

Building Hours
Closed

Easter Sunday

Recreation Centers will be closed.

There are no programs at this pool today.

Media Lab Schedule

indicates the program does not require center membership

Monday
4/14
Tuesday
4/15
Wednesday
4/16
Thursday
4/17
Friday
4/18
Saturday
4/19
Sunday
4/20

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

10:00 a - 6:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops for Spring Recess!
Media Lab

Youth Tech Workshops for Spring Recess!

Media Lab

This spring recess, kids can unleash their creativity at our FREE Pop-Up Youth Tech Workshops. Here they can dive into a world of fun, hands-on learning! From April 14th to April 18th, while school’s out, youth can bring their imagination to life with exciting classes like stop motion animation, 3D design and printing, graphic design, photography, beat-making, podcasting, video production, and more! Whether they're dreaming of becoming the next Pixar animator, making their own music, or creating epic YouTube videos, there’s something for everyone! These workshops are the perfect way to spend spring recess—learning cool skills, making new friends, and having a blast all day long. Don't miss out on the chance to turn your kid's creative ideas into reality!

Workshops are FREE and open to all kids at the following locations. Stop by and sign up!

Al Oerter Recreation Center's Media Lab
Chelsea Recreation Center's Media Lab
Herbert Von King Cultural Arts Center's Media Lab
Highbridge Recreation Center's Media Lab
J. Hood Wright Recreation Center's Media Lab
McCarren Play Center's Media Lab
Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center's Media Lab

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child, Teen

11:00 a - 1:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops: KidsCode! Dance Party
Media Lab

Youth Tech Workshops: KidsCode! Dance Party

Media Lab

Learn to code by making an epic dance party with code.org!

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child

2:30 p - 5:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops: Intro to Game Design
Media Lab

Youth Tech Workshops: Intro to Game Design

Media Lab

Bring your imagination and make your own video game to share with your friends! Create heroes, traverse dungeons and thwart villains all created by you!

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child, Teen

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

10:00 a - 6:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops for Spring Recess!
Media Lab

Youth Tech Workshops for Spring Recess!

Media Lab

This spring recess, kids can unleash their creativity at our FREE Pop-Up Youth Tech Workshops. Here they can dive into a world of fun, hands-on learning! From April 14th to April 18th, while school’s out, youth can bring their imagination to life with exciting classes like stop motion animation, 3D design and printing, graphic design, photography, beat-making, podcasting, video production, and more! Whether they're dreaming of becoming the next Pixar animator, making their own music, or creating epic YouTube videos, there’s something for everyone! These workshops are the perfect way to spend spring recess—learning cool skills, making new friends, and having a blast all day long. Don't miss out on the chance to turn your kid's creative ideas into reality!

Workshops are FREE and open to all kids at the following locations. Stop by and sign up!

Al Oerter Recreation Center's Media Lab
Chelsea Recreation Center's Media Lab
Herbert Von King Cultural Arts Center's Media Lab
Highbridge Recreation Center's Media Lab
J. Hood Wright Recreation Center's Media Lab
McCarren Play Center's Media Lab
Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center's Media Lab

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child, Teen

11:00 a - 1:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops: Making Music
Media Lab

Youth Tech Workshops: Making Music

Media Lab

Learn about music as you make and play your own instruments and write your own songs.

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

10:00 a - 6:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops for Spring Recess!
Media Lab

Youth Tech Workshops for Spring Recess!

Media Lab

This spring recess, kids can unleash their creativity at our FREE Pop-Up Youth Tech Workshops. Here they can dive into a world of fun, hands-on learning! From April 14th to April 18th, while school’s out, youth can bring their imagination to life with exciting classes like stop motion animation, 3D design and printing, graphic design, photography, beat-making, podcasting, video production, and more! Whether they're dreaming of becoming the next Pixar animator, making their own music, or creating epic YouTube videos, there’s something for everyone! These workshops are the perfect way to spend spring recess—learning cool skills, making new friends, and having a blast all day long. Don't miss out on the chance to turn your kid's creative ideas into reality!

Workshops are FREE and open to all kids at the following locations. Stop by and sign up!

Al Oerter Recreation Center's Media Lab
Chelsea Recreation Center's Media Lab
Herbert Von King Cultural Arts Center's Media Lab
Highbridge Recreation Center's Media Lab
J. Hood Wright Recreation Center's Media Lab
McCarren Play Center's Media Lab
Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center's Media Lab

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child, Teen

11:00 a - 1:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops: Digital Painting
Media Lab

Youth Tech Workshops: Digital Painting

Media Lab

Use interactive digital tools to take traditional painting to the next level!

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child

2:30 p - 5:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops: Digital Drawing With Pen & Tablet
Media Lab

Youth Tech Workshops: Digital Drawing With Pen & Tablet

Media Lab

Learn the basics of drawing using a tablet and pen!

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child, Teen

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

10:00 a - 6:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops for Spring Recess!
Media Lab

Youth Tech Workshops for Spring Recess!

Media Lab

This spring recess, kids can unleash their creativity at our FREE Pop-Up Youth Tech Workshops. Here they can dive into a world of fun, hands-on learning! From April 14th to April 18th, while school’s out, youth can bring their imagination to life with exciting classes like stop motion animation, 3D design and printing, graphic design, photography, beat-making, podcasting, video production, and more! Whether they're dreaming of becoming the next Pixar animator, making their own music, or creating epic YouTube videos, there’s something for everyone! These workshops are the perfect way to spend spring recess—learning cool skills, making new friends, and having a blast all day long. Don't miss out on the chance to turn your kid's creative ideas into reality!

Workshops are FREE and open to all kids at the following locations. Stop by and sign up!

Al Oerter Recreation Center's Media Lab
Chelsea Recreation Center's Media Lab
Herbert Von King Cultural Arts Center's Media Lab
Highbridge Recreation Center's Media Lab
J. Hood Wright Recreation Center's Media Lab
McCarren Play Center's Media Lab
Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center's Media Lab

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child, Teen

11:00 a - 1:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops: Animation Station
Media Lab

Youth Tech Workshops: Animation Station

Media Lab

Give objects and characters a life of their own, and even animate yourself using Stop Motion Animation at this one stop imagination station!

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child

2:30 p - 5:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops: Content Creators
Media Lab

Youth Tech Workshops: Content Creators

Media Lab

Become a content creator by learning how to shoot, edit, and optimize your post results on social media platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child, Teen

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

10:00 a - 6:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops for Spring Recess!
Media Lab

Youth Tech Workshops for Spring Recess!

Media Lab

This spring recess, kids can unleash their creativity at our FREE Pop-Up Youth Tech Workshops. Here they can dive into a world of fun, hands-on learning! From April 14th to April 18th, while school’s out, youth can bring their imagination to life with exciting classes like stop motion animation, 3D design and printing, graphic design, photography, beat-making, podcasting, video production, and more! Whether they're dreaming of becoming the next Pixar animator, making their own music, or creating epic YouTube videos, there’s something for everyone! These workshops are the perfect way to spend spring recess—learning cool skills, making new friends, and having a blast all day long. Don't miss out on the chance to turn your kid's creative ideas into reality!

Workshops are FREE and open to all kids at the following locations. Stop by and sign up!

Al Oerter Recreation Center's Media Lab
Chelsea Recreation Center's Media Lab
Herbert Von King Cultural Arts Center's Media Lab
Highbridge Recreation Center's Media Lab
J. Hood Wright Recreation Center's Media Lab
McCarren Play Center's Media Lab
Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center's Media Lab

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child, Teen

11:00 a - 1:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops: Alphabet Photos
Media Lab

Youth Tech Workshops: Alphabet Photos

Media Lab

Take pictures of nature and architecture resembling each letter of the alphabet, and edit them together.

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child

2:30 p - 5:00 p
Youth Tech Workshops: Alphabet Photos
Media Lab

Youth Tech Workshops: Alphabet Photos

Media Lab

Take pictures of nature and architecture resembling each letter of the alphabet, and edit them together.

Instructor: Jordan Sidfield

Ages: Child, Teen

Building Hours
8:00 a - 4:00 p

There are no programs at this Media Lab today.

Building Hours
Closed

Easter Sunday

Recreation Centers will be closed.

There are no programs at this Media Lab today.