Chelsea Recreation Center

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In observance of Independence Day, all recreation centers will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025.

Beginning Monday, June 23, 2025 the indoor pool at Chelsea Recreation Center will have reduced hours for the duration of the summer. The summer hours will be Monday - Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sunday, Closed.

Center Schedule

indicates the program does not require center membership

Monday
6/30
Tuesday
7/1
Wednesday
7/2
Thursday
7/3
Friday
7/4
Saturday
7/5
Sunday
7/6

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

7:00 a - 8:30 a
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: Brian McMahon

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

5:30 p - 7:30 p
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Adult Open Basketball

Ages: Senior, Adult

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
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

1:00 p - 2:00 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

2:00 p - 3:00 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: Senior, Adult

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

5:30 p - 7:30 p
Adult Open Play Pickleball
Gymnasium

Adult Open Play Pickleball

Gymnasium

Adult (18+) Open Play Pickleball.

Intensity: Intermediate / Moderate

Ages: Senior, Adult

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

7:00 a - 8:30 a
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: Brian McMahon

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Senior, Adult

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

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

Adult Hockey Open Access

Gymnasium

Hockey Adult Open Play 18+

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: Senior, Adult

9:00 a - 10:00 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

1:00 p - 2:00 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: Senior, Adult

2:00 p - 3:00 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

5:30 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
Full Body Circuit Training
Dance Room

Full Body Circuit Training

Dance Room

This circuit training class combines both resistance and bodyweight exercises to provide you with a dynamic full body workout. Whether you are a beginner or know your way around the gym- 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: Senior, Adult

Building Hours
Closed

Fourth of July

Recreation Centers will be closed.

There are no public programs at this Recreation Center today.

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: Senior, Adult

10:30 a - 12:30 p
Instructional Pickleball
Gymnasium

Instructional Pickleball

Gymnasium

Pickleball is a lifelong sport that emphasizes hand-eye coordination, balance, and agility.
Through practice and play, students will develop technical skills, as well as, an understanding of
the rules and strategies for both singles and doubles play. Students will participate in drills
and games to progress their abilities and knowledge of the sport of pickleball.

Instructor: Daniel Colonna

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Senior, Adult

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: Senior, Adult

12:45 p - 2:00 p
Instructional Basketball Ages 11 to 14
Gymnasium

Instructional Basketball Ages 11 to 14

Gymnasium

This instructional basketball class focuses on teaching the fundamental skills and rules of basketball in a supportive environment. These sessions utilize innovative drills to improve dribbling, shooting, passing, rebounding, basic offensive/defensive strategies and agility (footwork). These classes often incorporate drills and gameplay to help players develop their skills and understanding of the game.

Instructor: Daniel Colonna

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: , Teen, Child

Building Hours
8:00 a - 2:00 p

8:00 a - 11:30 a
Adult Basketball Open Access
Gymnasium

Adult Basketball Open Access

Gymnasium

Adult basketball -open access

Ages: Senior, Adult

11:45 a - 2:00 p
Goalball Open Access
Gymnasium
Accessible Facilities

Goalball Open Access

Gymnasium

Goalball is a team sport designed specifically for athletes with a vision impairment. Participants try to throw a ball that has bells embedded in it into the opponents' goal. The ball is thrown by hand and never kicked. Using ear-hand coordination, originating as a rehabilitation exercise, the sport has no able-bodied equivalent. Able-bodied athletes are also blindfolded when playing this sport.

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Senior, Adult

Accessible Facilities
This program has been specifically adapted for people with disabilities.

Pool Schedule

indicates the program does not require center membership

Monday
6/30
Tuesday
7/1
Wednesday
7/2
Thursday
7/3
Friday
7/4
Saturday
7/5
Sunday
7/6

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

11:00 a - 1:00 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

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.

Monday instructor: George Giraldo
Wednesday instructor: Dana Brown

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Senior, Adult

2:15 p - 3:30 p
General Open Swim
Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Ages: Everyone

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

11:00 a - 12:00 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

12:00 p - 4:00 p
Lifeguard Training Recertification
Indoor Pool

Lifeguard Training Recertification

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

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

11:00 a - 1:00 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: Senior, Adult

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.

Monday instructor: George Giraldo
Wednesday instructor: Dana Brown

Instructor: Dana Brown

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Senior, Adult

2:15 p - 3:30 p
General Open Swim
Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Ages: Everyone

3:30 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

11:00 a - 12:00 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

12:00 p - 4:00 p
Lifeguard Training Recertification
Indoor Pool

Lifeguard Training Recertification

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

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
Closed

Fourth of July

Recreation Centers will be closed.

There are no programs at this pool today.

Building Hours
8:00 a - 4:00 p

8:00 a - 9:30 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: Senior, Adult

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

General Open Swim

Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Ages: Everyone

Building Hours
8:00 a - 2:00 p

There are no programs at this pool today.

Media Lab Schedule

indicates the program does not require center membership

Monday
6/30
Tuesday
7/1
Wednesday
7/2
Thursday
7/3
Friday
7/4
Saturday
7/5
Sunday
7/6

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

There are no programs at this Media Lab today.

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

There are no programs at this Media Lab today.

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

There are no programs at this Media Lab today.

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

There are no programs at this Media Lab today.

Building Hours
Closed

Fourth of July

Recreation Centers will be closed.

There are no programs at this Media Lab today.

Building Hours
8:00 a - 4:00 p

There are no programs at this Media Lab today.

Building Hours
8:00 a - 2:00 p

There are no programs at this Media Lab today.