Chelsea
430 West 25th Street
New York, NY
10010
Located in Chelsea Recreation Center
Center Manager: Jamil PhillipsDeputy Center Manager: Nathalia I. Peralta & Ellis Mercer
Phone: (212) 255-3705
Fax: (212) 255-3706
Cross Streets: 9th & 10th avenues
Directions:
C, E trains to West 23rd Street & 8th Avenue; #1 train to West 23rd Street & 7th Avenue; F, V trains to West 23rd Street & 6th Avenue.
M11 bus to West 25th Street & 9th Avenue or 23rd Street crosstown bus to 9th Avenue.
This is an Accessible Recreation Center.
Hours of Operation
Building HoursPlease be advised that there will be an emergency closure of the first floor locker rooms on Saturday, November 29th. The locker rooms are expected to reopen on Thursday, December 6th. As an alternative, please use the locker rooms on the third and fourth floors. Thank you for your patience and we apologize for the inconvenience. |
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| Monday - Friday | 6:30 AM - 9:30 PM | |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM | |
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Registration Hours:
Mon - Fri, 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sat, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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Facilities
Volleyball Court (Indoor) - 2 |
Fitness Room - 1 |
Pool (Indoor) - 1 |
Dance Room - 2 |
Ping Pong Table - 2 |
Computer Resource Center - 1 |
Multipurpose Room - 1 |
Cardio Room - 1 |
Locker Room - 7 |
Basketball Court (Indoor) - 5 |
Lobby - 1 |
Arts & Crafts Room - 1 |
Gymnasium - 1 |
Afterschool Room - 2 |
Facility Hours
(Fitness Room) Cardio Room |
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| Monday - Friday | 6:30 AM - 9:30 PM (Everyone) | |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Everyone) | |
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CLOSED on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. for Fitness Class.
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(Fitness Room) Strength Training Room |
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| Monday - Friday | 6:30 AM - 9:30 PM (Everyone) | |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Everyone) | |
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CLOSED on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. for Fitness Class.
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Computer Resource Center (CRC)For more information, click on the link below: |
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Game RoomGame room consists of 2 billiard tables, 2 ping pong tables, and foosball tables. Saturdays: 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. are for YOUTH AND FAMILY. |
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| Monday - Friday | 6:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM (Adult) | |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Adult) | |
| Monday - Friday | 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM (Child) | |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Everyone) | |
Gymnasium: Adult Free Play |
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| Monday - Friday | 6:30 AM - 2:00 PM (Adult) | |
Gymnasium: Adult Full-Court Basketball |
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| Thursday - Friday | 6:15 PM - 9:15 PM (Adult) | |
Gymnasium: Beginner Volleyball |
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| Monday | 6:15 PM - 9:15 PM (Everyone) | |
Gymnasium: Children & Youth Free Play |
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| Monday - Tuesday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Child) | |
| Thursday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Child) | |
Gymnasium: Intermediate Volleyball |
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| Tuesday | 6:15 PM - 9:15 PM (Everyone) | |
Gymnasium: Ladies' Night |
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| Wednesday | 6:15 PM - 9:15 PM (Everyone) (Women) | |
Pool - Adult Water Polo |
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| Tuesday | 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM (Adult) | |
Pool - General Swimming |
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| Monday - Friday | 10:15 AM - 12:15 PM (Adult) | |
| Tuesday | 4:00 PM - 5:45 PM (Everyone) | |
| Thursday | 4:00 PM - 5:45 PM (Everyone) | |
Pool - Lap Swimming |
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| Monday | 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM, 1:45 PM - 3:45 PM, 6:15 PM - 9:00 PM (Adult) | |
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM - 3:45 PM, 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM (Adult) | |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM - 3:45 PM, 6:15 PM - 9:00 PM (Adult) | |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM, 1:45 PM - 3:45 PM, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Adult) | |
| Friday | 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM - 3:45 PM, 6:15 PM - 9:00 PM (Adult) | |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 9:45 AM (Adult) | |
Pool - Learn to Swim For registered participants only.
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| Monday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Everyone) | |
| Wednesday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Everyone) | |
| Friday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Everyone) | |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Everyone) | |
Pool - Water Aerobics For registered participants only.
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| Monday | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM (Adult) | |
| Thursday | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM (Adult) | |
Programs, Classes and Activities
Swim TeamThe Parks swim team-training program trains swimmers and organizes teams for the annual Citywide Borough Cup Championship swimming competition. Youth between the ages of 6 and 18 who can swim 25 yards in reasonably good form will be able to participate. Locations and training times vary depending on the borough and pool. |
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| Age: Child, Teen | ||
(Exercise Class) Aerobics
October 10, 2008 – December 12, 2008
Instructor: Bessye FREE Promotional Class on October 3 |
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Friday | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | |
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$60 for 10-week session
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(Exercise Class) Basic Yoga
October 6, 2008 – December 8, 2008
Instructor: Shivani |
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Monday | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
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$60 for 10-week session
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(Exercise Class) Beginner Pilates
October 7, 2008 – December 11, 2008
Instructor: Dallas FREE Promotional Classes on September 30 & October 2 |
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | |
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$60 for 10-week session (these are two separate classes, each requiring registration)
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(Exercise Class) Full Body Trainer
October 8, 2008 – December 10, 2008
Instructor: Herminio FREE Promotional Class on October 1 |
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | |
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$65 for 10-week session
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(Exercise Class) Intermediate Yoga
October 8, 2008 – December 10, 2008
Instructor: Shivani |
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Wednesday | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | |
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$65 for 10-week session
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(Exercise Class) Pilates
October 8, 2008 – December 10, 2008
Instructor: Bessye FREE Promotional Class on October 1 |
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Wednesday | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | |
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$60 for 10-week session
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(Exercise Class) Pilates with Props
October 7, 2008 – December 11, 2008
Instructor: Dallas FREE Promotional classes on September 30 & October 2 |
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | |
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$60 for 10-week session (these are two separate classes, each requiring registration)
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(Exercise Class) Senior Yoga
October 7, 2008 – December 9, 2008
Instructor: Shivani |
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| Age: Senior | ||
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | |
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$60 for 10-week session
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(Exersice Class) 50+ Adult Fitness
October 10, 2008 – December 12, 2008
Instructor: Herminio FREE Promotional Class on October 3 |
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Friday | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | |
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$65 for 10-week session
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(Exersice Class) Water Aerobics
October 6, 2008 – December 11, 2008
Instructor: Susan FREE Promotional Classes on September 29 & October 2 |
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Monday | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | |
| Thursday | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | |
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$60 for 10-week session (these are two separate classes, each requiring registration)
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(Free Class) Aerobics
This class is FREE for members
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Wednesday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | |
| Thursday | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | |
| Friday | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | |
(Free Class) Afro-Brazilian Workout
This class is FREE for members
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Friday | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
(Free Class) Body Blast Conditioning
This class is FREE for members
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Monday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | |
(Free Class) Body Sculpting
This class is FREE for members
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Thursday | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
(Free Class) Cardio Body Toning
This class is FREE for members
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Monday - Wednesday | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | |
| Friday | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | |
Afterschool Swim Lessons
October 20, 2008 – December 19, 2008
Parks & Recreation’s Fall 2008 After School Learn to Swim program is free and offers classes for children ages 6-14 at nine pools across the city. Registration will be held from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on October 11 and 18 or from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. on October 15, 11, 17, & 18. Children will be accepted on a first-come-first-serve basis. Call (718) 760-6969 for more information. |
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| Age: Child, Teen | ||
| Monday | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | |
| Friday | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | |
Dawn's Chill & Grill Night
Every 3rd Thursday of the month.
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| Age: Teen | ||
| Thursday | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | |
Saturday Swim Lessons
October 25, 2008 – December 20, 2008
Parks & Recreation’s Fall 2008 Learn to Swim Program is free and offers classes for toddlers ages 3-5, children aged 6-14, and adults of all ages. Registration will be held on Saturday, October 11 and Saturday, October 18 from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Children will be accepted on a first-come-first-serve basis. |
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| Age: Adult, Child, Preschool, Senior, Teen | ||
| Saturday | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM | |
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Call (718) 760-6969 for more information.
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Senior CouncilEvery 2nd Thursday of the month. |
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| Age: Senior | ||
| Thursday | 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM | |
Senior PaintingAn art program designed for seniors that have a serious interest in painting acrylics. It provides an opportunity for seniors to learn new techniques as well strengthen their skills. |
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| Age: Senior | ||
| Friday | 10:45 AM - 1:30 PM | |
Senior Sketching |
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| Age: Senior | ||
| Monday | 10:45 AM - 1:30 PM | |
Studio 25 Teen Art Program
Starts October 6, 2008
Studio 25 is an art program designed for youths that have a serious interest in learning the fundamental techniques in drawing and painting. It provides an opportunity for young adults to learn new techniques. |
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| Age: Teen | ||
| Monday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | |
Teen Drama HourIn collaboration with the Stella Adler Outreach. |
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| Age: Teen | ||
| Tuesday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | |
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Instructor: Carlos Caldart
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Teen Hip-Hop Club |
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| Age: Teen | ||
| Wednesday | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM | |
Teen Open Mic Nights |
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| Age: Teen | ||
| Friday | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM | |
Water Polo |
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Tuesday | 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM | |

