Chelsea Recreation Center

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Beginning Sunday, January 11, 2026 through Sunday, February 8, 2026, the indoor pool at this location will be closed for scheduled repairs. As a reminder, your NYC Parks recreation center membership can be used at all recreation centers citywide.  Asser Levy Recreation Center and Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center are the two nearest centers with indoor pools. 

Center Schedule

indicates the program does not require center membership

Monday
3/23
Tuesday
3/24
Wednesday
3/25
Thursday
3/26
Friday
3/27
Saturday
3/28
Sunday
3/29

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

There are no public programs at this Recreation Center today.

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

12:30 p - 2:30 p
Open Adult Pickleball
Gymnasium

Open Adult Pickleball

Gymnasium

Open Adult Pickleball

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Senior, Adult

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

4:00 p - 5:30 p
Youth Multi-Sports
Gymnasium

Youth Multi-Sports

Gymnasium

This multi-sport class is designed to introduce students to a variety of sports and physical activities throughout the course. It aims to develop a wide range of athletic skills promote overall fitness and teach valuable lessons in teamwork, strategies, and sportsmanship in a fun environment.

Instructor: Daniel Colonna

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child, Teen

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

12:30 p - 2:30 p
Open Adult Pickleball
Gymnasium

Open Adult Pickleball

Gymnasium

Open Adult Pickleball

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Senior, Adult

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
7:00 a - 8:00 p

There are no public programs at this Recreation Center today.

Building Hours
8:00 a - 4:00 p

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

4:00 p - 8:00 p
Saturday Night Lights (SNL) Youth
Gymnasium

Saturday Night Lights (SNL) Youth

Gymnasium

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 (13-17 years old). The following activities can be expected during Saturday Night Lights: Basketball, table tennis, art classes, swim.

Ages: Child, Teen

Building Hours
8:00 a - 2:00 p

There are no public programs at this Recreation Center today.

Pool Schedule

indicates the program does not require center membership

Monday
3/23
Tuesday
3/24
Wednesday
3/25
Thursday
3/26
Friday
3/27
Saturday
3/28
Sunday
3/29

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

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

Adult 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: 18 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

5:00 p - 6:30 p
Chelsea Blue Dolphins Swim Team
Indoor Pool

Chelsea Blue Dolphins Swim Team

Indoor Pool

Make a splash and try out for a Parks swim team! 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.

Intensity: Advanced / High

Ages: , Teen, Child

5:00 p - 6:30 p
Metropolitan Sharks Swim Team at Chelsea
Indoor Pool

Metropolitan Sharks Swim Team at Chelsea

Indoor Pool

Make a splash and try out for a Parks swim team! 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. Swimmers aged 6-18 are eligible to try out in any of the five boroughs. You must pass a swim test to be eligible to be eligible for the team.

Bring a towel and a lock.

Intensity: Advanced / High

Ages: Child, Teen,

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

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

Adult 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: 18 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

1:15 p - 3:45 p
General Open Swim
Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Ages: Everyone

4:00 p - 7:00 p
Adult Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Adult 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: 18 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

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

Adult 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: 18 and over

Ages: Senior, Adult

5:00 p - 6:30 p
Metropolitan Sharks Swim Team at Chelsea
Indoor Pool

Metropolitan Sharks Swim Team at Chelsea

Indoor Pool

Make a splash and try out for a Parks swim team! 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. Swimmers aged 6-18 are eligible to try out in any of the five boroughs. You must pass a swim test to be eligible to be eligible for the team.

Bring a towel and a lock.

Intensity: Advanced / High

Ages: Teen, Child,

5:00 p - 6:30 p
Chelsea Blue Dolphins Swim Team
Indoor Pool

Chelsea Blue Dolphins Swim Team

Indoor Pool

Make a splash and try out for a Parks swim team! 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.

Intensity: Advanced / High

Ages: , Teen, Child

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

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

Adult 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: 18 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

1:15 p - 3:45 p
General Open Swim
Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Ages: Everyone

4:00 p - 7:00 p
Adult Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Adult 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: 18 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
7:00 a - 8:00 p

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

Adult 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: 18 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

5:15 p - 7:00 p
General Open Swim
Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Indoor Pool

General Open Swim

Ages: Everyone

Building Hours
8:00 a - 4:00 p

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

Metropolitan Sharks Swim Team at Chelsea

Indoor Pool

Make a splash and try out for a Parks swim team! 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. Swimmers aged 6-18 are eligible to try out in any of the five boroughs. You must pass a swim test to be eligible to be eligible for the team.

Bring a towel and a lock.

Intensity: Advanced / High

Ages: , Teen, Child

8:00 a - 9:30 a
Chelsea Blue Dolphins Swim Team
Indoor Pool

Chelsea Blue Dolphins Swim Team

Indoor Pool

Make a splash and try out for a Parks swim team! 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.

Intensity: Advanced / High

Ages: Child, Teen,

Building Hours
8:00 a - 2:00 p

8:00 a - 10:00 a
Adult Lap Swim
Indoor Pool

Adult 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: 18 and over

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:45 a - 1:45 p
Adult Open Play Water Polo
Indoor Pool

Adult Open Play Water Polo

Indoor Pool

Adult Open Play Water Polo

Ages: Adult, Senior

Media Lab Schedule

indicates the program does not require center membership

Monday
3/23
Tuesday
3/24
Wednesday
3/25
Thursday
3/26
Friday
3/27
Saturday
3/28
Sunday
3/29
There are no programs scheduled at this time, please try the next 7 days or check back later.