Al Oerter Recreation Center

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Tide Gate Bridge Construction

Due to construction on the Tide Gate Bridge, located on Meridian Road within Flushing Meadows Corona Park, vehicular traffic will not be allowed to cross the bridge in either direction. Please follow posted detour signs around Meridian Road and plan for additional travel time. Pedestrian traffic will still be permitted to cross the bridge.

Center Schedule

indicates the program does not require center membership

Monday
1/26
Tuesday
1/27
Wednesday
1/28
Thursday
1/29
Friday
1/30
Saturday
1/31
Sunday
2/1

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

6:00 a - 2:00 p
Open Access Fitness
Cardio Room- A

Open Access Fitness

Cardio Room- A

Open Access Fitness Room for Adults 18 & over. Membership is required.

Ages: Teen, Adult, Senior

6:00 a - 12:00 p
Adult Open Table Tennis
Gymnasium (Side)

Adult Open Table Tennis

Gymnasium (Side)

Adult Table Tennis for those ages 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Adult, Senior

6:00 a - 10:00 a
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Basketball is open to those 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Everyone

7:00 a - 8:00 a
Indoor Cycling
Dance Room

Indoor Cycling

Dance Room

Hop on a bike and spin your blues away. Whether you haven't been to the gym in two years or you're training for a triathlon, indoor cycling classes are perfect for all abilities. This low impact, high intensity workout will leave you sweating and feeling great.

Instructor: Rodolfo Guevara

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 11:00 a
Never Too Late
Gymnasium (Court)

Never Too Late

Gymnasium (Court)

This class is designed for adults and seniors of all fitness levels who are looking to stay active. Regular exercise can boost your health and abilities no matter what age you are. Building strength can help protect joints and bones, improve balance, and lower the risk of falls. Join us and make new friends.

Instructor: Rodolfo Guevara

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 1:30 p
Adult Open Game Time
Gymnasium (Side)

Adult Open Game Time

Gymnasium (Side)

Join us, make new friends, and socialize while playing various games such as Mahjong, Chess, Dominoes, and many others. Don’t know how to play? Don’t worry, our staff will teach you.

This program is open to all members 18 and older.

Instructor: Anthony Hackett

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 3:00 p
Adult Open Pickleball
Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Pickleball

Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Pickleball for those ages 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Adult, Senior

3:00 p - 6:00 p
Al Oerter Afterschool Program
Dance Room

Al Oerter Afterschool Program

Dance Room

The NYC Parks Afterschool Program provides children ages 6 to 13 with academic support and physical activity in a safe, structured environment. This free program takes place on weekdays from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., a critical time to engage school-aged children in structured activities and expose them to new interests.

Programming is based around monthly themes supported by sports and fitness, arts and culture, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). Our program complements what children are learning in school and strengthens their sense of belonging in the communities in which they live.

Instructor: Rossette Contreras

Ages: Child

3:15 p - 6:15 p
Afterschool Programming
Gymnasium (Full)

Afterschool Programming

Gymnasium (Full)

Afterschool Sports Programming.

Ages: Child

6:00 p - 7:30 p
Kid's Karate
Gymnasium (Full)

Kid's Karate

Gymnasium (Full)

This program will teach confidence and self-discipline while providing engaging physical activity. Children will develop stamina and endurance during Karate which will result in natural improvement in their overall physical and mental health.

Ages: Child, Teen

7:00 p - 8:00 p
Latin Dance for Beginner Adults
Dance Room

Latin Dance for Beginner Adults

Dance Room

Here at Al Oerter, we are once again offering beginner Spanish dance classes, allowing them to participate in Latin Culture through the art of dance, and make new friends.

Instructor: Erinlee Franco

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

7:45 p - 9:45 p
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Basketball for those ages 18 & up. Membership is required, please bring a strong lock to secure your personal belongings. Sneakers are also required.

Ages: Everyone

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

6:00 a - 2:00 p
Open Access Fitness
Cardio Room- A

Open Access Fitness

Cardio Room- A

Open Access Fitness Room for Adults 18 & over. Membership is required.

Ages: Teen, Adult, Senior

6:00 a - 9:45 a
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Basketball for those ages 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Adult, Senior

7:00 a - 8:00 a
Indoor Cycling
Dance Room

Indoor Cycling

Dance Room

Hop on a bike and spin your blues away. Whether you haven't been to the gym in two years or you're training for a triathlon, indoor cycling classes are perfect for all abilities. This low impact, high intensity workout will leave you sweating and feeling great.

Instructor: Rodolfo Guevara

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 11:00 a
Chair Fusion
Al Oerter Recreation Center

Chair Fusion

Al Oerter Recreation Center

Get Ready to move, groove, and feel amazing with chair fusion aerobics. A lively seated workout that blends dance, strength, and rhythm. Designed for all fitness levels this class combines aerobic moves, gentle toning, and upbeats music to create a fun full body experience without ever leaving your chair.

Instructor: Chandra Stone

Intensity: Intermediate / Moderate

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:00 a - 12:00 p
Fitness Foundation
Gymnasium (Side)

Fitness Foundation

Gymnasium (Side)

This program is designed to improve overall functional strength, mobility, and stability through a progressive 12-week curriculum. It will incorporate resistance band exercises, light dumbbell movements, and yoga mat stretches to enhance daily movement patterns, prevent injuries, and build a solid fitness base.

Instructor: MIchael Lewis

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:15 p - 2:45 p
Open Adult Badminton
Gymnasium (Court)

Open Adult Badminton

Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Badminton for those ages 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Adult, Senior

3:00 p - 10:00 p
Open Access Fitness
Cardio Room- A

Open Access Fitness

Cardio Room- A

Open Access Fitness Room for Adults 18 & over. Membership is required.

Ages: Teen, Adult, Senior

3:00 p - 6:00 p
Al Oerter Afterschool Program
Dance Room

Al Oerter Afterschool Program

Dance Room

The NYC Parks Afterschool Program provides children ages 6 to 13 with academic support and physical activity in a safe, structured environment. This free program takes place on weekdays from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., a critical time to engage school-aged children in structured activities and expose them to new interests.

Programming is based around monthly themes supported by sports and fitness, arts and culture, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). Our program complements what children are learning in school and strengthens their sense of belonging in the communities in which they live.

Instructor: Rossette Contreras

Ages: Child

3:15 p - 4:45 p
Afterschool Programming
Gymnasium (Full)

Afterschool Programming

Gymnasium (Full)

Afterschool Sports Programming.

Ages: Child

4:30 p - 5:30 p
Chair Yoga
Racquetball A

Chair Yoga

Racquetball A

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced while seated or while standing, using a chair for support. This class encompasses a warm-up, mindful movements, assisted balance poses, and meditation. Discover empowerment and affirmation to embrace who you are.

Instructor: Rika Miyazawa

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:30 p - 6:00 p
Youth Basketball Clinics (14U)
Gymnasium (Court)

Youth Basketball Clinics (14U)

Gymnasium (Court)

The NYC Parks basketball clinics use the game of basketball to unite kids and teens from across New York City, and provide a positive, structured environment for self-improvement, personal growth, and community development. Participants will learn and practice the fundamentals of basketball through a series of drills and modified game play. Participants will gain the most from this program by attending regularly.

Instructor: Michael Lewis

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child, Teen

6:00 p - 7:30 p
Youth Soccer
Gymnasium (Full)

Youth Soccer

Gymnasium (Full)

Soccer requires teamwork, lots of running, and agility. Our program teaches and celebrates all. We aim to teach children how to pass, dribble, and shoot through informal co-ed scrimmages, drills, and small sided games. This program is free for youth members 10 - 14 years old.

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child, Teen

6:30 p - 7:30 p
Vinyasa Yoga
Dance Room

Vinyasa Yoga

Dance Room

Vinyasa yoga is a dynamic style of yoga that emphasizes the flow and connection between poses, guided by the breath. Improve your flexibility, strength, and balance while reducing stress and anxiety and promote mindfulness and body awareness.

Instructor: Rika Miyazawa

Ages: Adult, Senior

7:30 p - 9:30 p
Adult Wheelchair Basketball
Gymnasium (Court)
Accessible Facilities

Adult Wheelchair Basketball

Gymnasium (Court)

Open Wheelchair Basketball. Beginner, intermediate and advanced players with disabilities are welcome. Sport chairs provided on first come first serve basis.

Ages: Adult, Senior

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

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

6:00 a - 2:00 p
Open Access Fitness
Cardio Room- A

Open Access Fitness

Cardio Room- A

Open Access Fitness Room for Adults 18 & over. Membership is required.

Ages: Teen, Adult, Senior

6:00 a - 12:00 p
Adult Open Table Tennis
Gymnasium (Side)

Adult Open Table Tennis

Gymnasium (Side)

Adult Table Tennis for those ages 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Adult, Senior

6:00 a - 9:45 a
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Basketball for those ages 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Adult, Senior

7:00 a - 8:00 a
Indoor Cycling
Dance Room

Indoor Cycling

Dance Room

Hop on a bike and spin your blues away. Whether you haven't been to the gym in two years or you're training for a triathlon, indoor cycling classes are perfect for all abilities. This low impact, high intensity workout will leave you sweating and feeling great.

Instructor: Rodolfo Guevara

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:30 a - 11:45 a
Adaptive and Inclusive Sports Program for Young Adults with Disabilities
Gymnasium (Full)
Accessible Facilities

Adaptive and Inclusive Sports Program for Young Adults with Disabilities

Gymnasium (Full)

This sports and fitness program is designed for members with intellectual and physical disabilities. This is a great opportunity to enjoy a variety of games and activities in a supporting environment.

Instructor: Rodolfo Guevara

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages:

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

11:00 a - 12:00 p
Tiny Tots
Al Oerter Recreation Center

Tiny Tots

Al Oerter Recreation Center

tiny tots is a program for children ages 1-3 which teaches children independence and socialization skills through a variety of different activities such as dancing, signing, storytelling, and arts and crafts.

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Preschool

12:00 p - 1:30 p
Adult Open Game Time
Gymnasium (Side)

Adult Open Game Time

Gymnasium (Side)

Join us, make new friends, and socialize while playing various games such as Mahjong, Chess, Dominoes, and many others. Don’t know how to play? Don’t worry, our staff will teach you.

This program is open to all members 18 and older.

Instructor: Anthony Hackett

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:15 p - 1:15 p
Power House Fitness
Gymnasium (Side)

Power House Fitness

Gymnasium (Side)

Come out, come out join this class!! No equipment is needed. Just bring your energy and a positive attitude.All fitness levels are welcome. So everyone can move at your own pace. This program is fun, and energetic way to get fit. Using simple bodyweight exercise to build strenght, increase stamina and improve flexibility.

Instructor: Chandra Stone

Intensity: Intermediate / Moderate

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:15 p - 3:00 p
Adult Open Pickleball
Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Pickleball

Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Pickleball for those ages 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Adult, Senior

3:00 p - 6:00 p
Al Oerter Afterschool Program
Dance Room

Al Oerter Afterschool Program

Dance Room

The NYC Parks Afterschool Program provides children ages 6 to 13 with academic support and physical activity in a safe, structured environment. This free program takes place on weekdays from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., a critical time to engage school-aged children in structured activities and expose them to new interests.

Programming is based around monthly themes supported by sports and fitness, arts and culture, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). Our program complements what children are learning in school and strengthens their sense of belonging in the communities in which they live.

Instructor: Rossette Contreras

Ages: Child

3:15 p - 4:45 p
Afterschool Programming
Gymnasium (Full)

Afterschool Programming

Gymnasium (Full)

Afterschool Sports Programming.

Ages: Child

4:30 p - 5:30 p
Chair Yoga
Racquetball A

Chair Yoga

Racquetball A

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced while seated or while standing, using a chair for support. This class encompasses a warm-up, mindful movements, assisted balance poses, and meditation. Discover empowerment and affirmation to embrace who you are.

Instructor: Rika Miyazawa

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:30 p - 6:00 p
Youth Basketball Clinics (10U)
Gymnasium (Court)

Youth Basketball Clinics (10U)

Gymnasium (Court)

The NYC Parks basketball clinics use the game of basketball to unite kids and teens from across New York City, and provide a positive, structured environment for self-improvement, personal growth, and community development. Participants will learn and practice the fundamentals of basketball through a series of drills and modified game play. Participants will gain the most from this program by attending regularly.

Instructor: Anthony Hackett

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child

6:00 p - 7:30 p
Youth Basketball Clinics (12U)
Gymnasium (Court)

Youth Basketball Clinics (12U)

Gymnasium (Court)

The NYC Parks basketball clinics use the game of basketball to unite kids and teens from across New York City, and provide a positive, structured environment for self-improvement, personal growth, and community development. Participants will learn and practice the fundamentals of basketball through a series of drills and modified game play. Participants will gain the most from this program by attending regularly.

Instructor: Sebastian Santos

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child

6:30 p - 7:30 p
Vinyasa Yoga
Dance Room

Vinyasa Yoga

Dance Room

Vinyasa yoga is a dynamic style of yoga that emphasizes the flow and connection between poses, guided by the breath. Improve your flexibility, strength, and balance while reducing stress and anxiety and promote mindfulness and body awareness.

Instructor: Rika Miyazawa

Ages: Adult, Senior

7:45 p - 9:30 p
Teen Open Volleyball
Gymnasium (Court)

Teen Open Volleyball

Gymnasium (Court)

Open Teen Volleyball for ages 13 - 17 years old membership is required.

Ages: Everyone

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

6:00 a - 2:00 p
Open Access Fitness
Cardio Room- A

Open Access Fitness

Cardio Room- A

Open Access Fitness Room for Adults 18 & over. Membership is required.

Ages: Teen, Adult, Senior

6:00 a - 9:45 a
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Basketball for those ages 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Adult, Senior

7:00 a - 8:00 a
Indoor Cycling
Dance Room

Indoor Cycling

Dance Room

Hop on a bike and spin your blues away. Whether you haven't been to the gym in two years or you're training for a triathlon, indoor cycling classes are perfect for all abilities. This low impact, high intensity workout will leave you sweating and feeling great.

Instructor: Rodolfo Guevara

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 11:00 a
Chair Fusion
Al Oerter Recreation Center

Chair Fusion

Al Oerter Recreation Center

Get Ready to move, groove, and feel amazing with chair fusion aerobics. A lively seated workout that blends dance, strength, and rhythm. Designed for all fitness levels this class combines aerobic moves, gentle toning, and upbeats music to create a fun full body experience without ever leaving your chair.

Instructor: Chandra Stone

Intensity: Intermediate / Moderate

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 11:00 a
Yoga and Meditation
Dance Room

Yoga and Meditation

Dance Room

This class will allow participants to lower stress levels using breathing, meditation, and guided simple stretches. Find inner peace with deep breathing. The movements will progress from restorative stretching and breathwork to rigorous fitness-based power moves 

Instructor: Rika Miyazawa

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:00 a - 12:00 p
Fitness Foundation
Gymnasium (Side)

Fitness Foundation

Gymnasium (Side)

This program is designed to improve overall functional strength, mobility, and stability through a progressive 12-week curriculum. It will incorporate resistance band exercises, light dumbbell movements, and yoga mat stretches to enhance daily movement patterns, prevent injuries, and build a solid fitness base.

Instructor: MIchael Lewis

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:00 a - 12:15 p
Introduction to Pickleball
Gymnasium (Court)

Introduction to Pickleball

Gymnasium (Court)

Learn the basic rules, scoring, and fundamental strokes in a supportive environment. This class will include a mix of drills and gameplay, ensuring participants can confidently play with friends and family.

Instructor: Rodolfo Guevara

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 1:30 p
Adult Open Game Time
Gymnasium (Side)

Adult Open Game Time

Gymnasium (Side)

Join us, make new friends, and socialize while playing various games such as Mahjong, Chess, Dominoes, and many others. Don’t know how to play? Don’t worry, our staff will teach you.

This program is open to all members 18 and older.

Instructor: Anthony Hackett

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:30 p - 2:45 p
Adult Open Badminton
Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Badminton

Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Badminton for those ages 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Everyone

3:00 p - 10:00 p
Open Access Fitness
Cardio Room- A

Open Access Fitness

Cardio Room- A

Open Access Fitness Room for Adults 18 & over. Membership is required.

Ages: Teen, Adult, Senior

3:00 p - 4:30 p
Teen Open Basketball
Gymnasium (Court)

Teen Open Basketball

Gymnasium (Court)

Teen Open Basketball for ages 13-17. Membership is required.

Ages: Child, Teen

3:00 p - 6:00 p
Al Oerter Afterschool Program
Dance Room

Al Oerter Afterschool Program

Dance Room

The NYC Parks Afterschool Program provides children ages 6 to 13 with academic support and physical activity in a safe, structured environment. This free program takes place on weekdays from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., a critical time to engage school-aged children in structured activities and expose them to new interests.

Programming is based around monthly themes supported by sports and fitness, arts and culture, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). Our program complements what children are learning in school and strengthens their sense of belonging in the communities in which they live.

Instructor: Rossette Contreras

Ages: Child

4:30 p - 6:00 p
Teen Open Badminton
Gymnasium (Court)

Teen Open Badminton

Gymnasium (Court)

Teen Open Badminton is open to ages 13  to 17. Membership is required.

Ages: Child, Teen

5:00 p - 6:00 p
Afterschool Track
Track

Afterschool Track

Track

Welcoming all afterschool youth. Let's get ready to zoom with the squad. This afterschool youth track program provides a safe and structured environment where children can stay active, learn healthy movement, and develop athletic skills. They will learn goal setting and teamwork in a positive and supportive atmosphere.

Instructor: Chandra Stone

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child

6:00 p - 8:00 p
Table Top TCG
Al Oerter Recreation Center

Table Top TCG

Al Oerter Recreation Center

Join our beginner-friendly tabletop TCG program and learn how to play card games such as Pokémon, Magic, Yu-Gi-Ho, and Digimon. Players will learn the rules, phases, and strategies of gameplay. We will provide structured decks for new players and decks for players that have experience.

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child, Teen, Adult, Senior

6:00 p - 7:30 p
Kid's Karate
Gymnasium (Full)

Kid's Karate

Gymnasium (Full)

This program will teach confidence and self-discipline while providing engaging physical activity. Children will develop stamina and endurance during Karate which will result in natural improvement in their overall physical and mental health.

Ages: Child, Teen

7:00 p - 8:00 p
Latin Dance for Beginner Adults
Dance Room

Latin Dance for Beginner Adults

Dance Room

Here at Al Oerter, we are once again offering beginner Spanish dance classes, allowing them to participate in Latin Culture through the art of dance, and make new friends.

Instructor: Erinlee Franco

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

7:30 p - 9:45 p
Adult Open Soccer
Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Soccer

Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Soccer is open to those 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

6:00 a - 2:00 p
Open Access Fitness
Cardio Room- A

Open Access Fitness

Cardio Room- A

Open Access Fitness Room for Adults 18 & over. Membership is required.

Ages: Teen, Adult, Senior

6:00 a - 12:00 p
Adult Open Table Tennis
Gymnasium (Side)

Adult Open Table Tennis

Gymnasium (Side)

Adult Table Tennis for those ages 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Adult, Senior

6:00 a - 9:45 a
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Basketball for those ages 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 11:00 a
Dance Fitness
Gymnasium (Full)

Dance Fitness

Gymnasium (Full)

Enjoy a great workout while dancing to different genres of music each session. Participants will be taught basic, easy to learn dance movements which we’ll incorporate into our routine. Have fun while exercising and improve your endurance and overall fitness.

Instructor: Rika Miyazawa

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:45 a - 12:45 p
Yoga and Meditation
Dance Room

Yoga and Meditation

Dance Room

This class will invite participants to lower stress levels using breathing, meditation, and guided simple stretches. Find inner peace with deep breathing. The movements will progress from restorative stretching and breathwork to rigorous fitness-based power moves 

Instructor: Rika Miyazawa

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 1:30 p
Adult Open Game Time
Gymnasium (Side)

Adult Open Game Time

Gymnasium (Side)

Join us, make new friends, and socialize while playing various games such as Mahjong, Chess, Dominoes, and many others. Don’t know how to play? Don’t worry, our staff will teach you.

This program is open to all members 18 and older.

Instructor: Anthony Hackett

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 3:00 p
Adult Open Pickleball
Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Pickleball

Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Pickleball for those ages 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Adult, Senior

3:00 p - 6:00 p
Al Oerter Afterschool Program
Dance Room

Al Oerter Afterschool Program

Dance Room

The NYC Parks Afterschool Program provides children ages 6 to 13 with academic support and physical activity in a safe, structured environment. This free program takes place on weekdays from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., a critical time to engage school-aged children in structured activities and expose them to new interests.

Programming is based around monthly themes supported by sports and fitness, arts and culture, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). Our program complements what children are learning in school and strengthens their sense of belonging in the communities in which they live.

Instructor: Rossette Contreras

Ages: Child

3:15 p - 4:45 p
Afterschool Programming
Gymnasium (Full)

Afterschool Programming

Gymnasium (Full)

Afterschool Sports Programming.

Ages: Child

4:30 p - 6:00 p
Teen Open Badminton
Gymnasium (Court)

Teen Open Badminton

Gymnasium (Court)

Open Teen Badminton for ages 13 - 17 years old membership is required.

Ages: Everyone

6:00 p - 8:00 p
Table Top TCG
Al Oerter Recreation Center

Table Top TCG

Al Oerter Recreation Center

Join our beginner-friendly tabletop TCG program and learn how to play card games such as Pokémon, Magic, Yu-Gi-Ho, and Digimon. Players will learn the rules, phases, and strategies of gameplay. We will provide structured decks for new players and decks for players that have experience.

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child, Teen, Adult, Senior

7:30 p - 9:30 p
Teen Open Volleyball
Gymnasium (Court)

Teen Open Volleyball

Gymnasium (Court)

Open Teen Volleyball for ages 13 - 17 years old membership is required.

Ages: Everyone

Building Hours
8:00 a - 9:00 p

8:00 a - 8:45 a
Adult Open Basketball
Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Basketball

Gymnasium (Court)

Adult Open Basketball for those ages 18 & up. Membership is required.

Ages: Adult, Senior

9:00 a - 10:00 a
Zumba
Gymnasium (Court)

Zumba

Gymnasium (Court)

Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that challenge both the heart and muscles. With fun music and easy-to-follow steps, you can’t go wrong!

Instructor: Shizuyo Kakigi-Perez

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:00 a - 11:15 a
Self-Paced Open Mindful Walk
Track

Self-Paced Open Mindful Walk

Track


Take a quiet moment for yourself with our self-paced mindful walk. Set in a peaceful environment alongside our yoga program, this experience invites you to slow down and connect your mind, body, and soul. So, whether you are listening to your own music or the calming voice of our instructor, ground yourself and enjoy a moment of walking in silence.

Instructor: Rika Miyazawa

Ages: Adult, Senior

10:15 a - 11:15 a
Yoga and Meditation
Gymnasium (Court)

Yoga and Meditation

Gymnasium (Court)

This class will invite participants to lower stress levels using breathing, meditation, and guided simple stretches. Find inner peace with deep breathing. The movements will progress from restorative stretching and breathwork to rigorous fitness-based power moves 

Instructor: Rika Miyazawa

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:30 a - 2:30 p
Adult Open Table Tennis
Gymnasium (Side)

Adult Open Table Tennis

Gymnasium (Side)

Adult Open Table Tennis is for ages 18 and up. Membership is required.

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 1:00 p
Chair Yoga
Dance Room

Chair Yoga

Dance Room

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced while seated in a chair or while standing and using a chair for support. It includes a combination of stretching, strengthening, and breathing exercises, and includes relaxation and meditation techniques. Most yoga poses can be modified so that they can be practiced utilizing a chair. Twists, lunges, reclining poses, inversions, balancing poses and Sun Salutations can all be performed using a chair. This makes the practice accessible to a wider population.

Instructor: Rika Miyazawa

Ages: Adult, Senior

1:00 p - 2:00 p
Introduction to Crocheting
Al Oerter Recreation Center

Introduction to Crocheting

Al Oerter Recreation Center

This beginner-friendly class is the perfect introduction for anyone
looking to learn the basics of crochet. You’ll get hands-on guidance
as you learn how to hold a hook, read simple patterns, and master
foundational stitches like the chain, single, half double and double
crochet stitches. All materials will be provided. No prior experience needed
This program is for any members 13 and up.

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child, Teen, Adult, Senior

1:00 p - 2:00 p
Youth Basketball Clinics (8U)
Gymnasium (Court)

Youth Basketball Clinics (8U)

Gymnasium (Court)

The NYC Parks basketball clinics use the game of basketball to unite kids and teens from across New York City, and provide a positive, structured environment for self-improvement, personal growth, and community development. Participants will learn and practice the fundamentals of basketball through a series of drills and modified game play. Participants will gain the most from this program by attending regularly.

Instructor: Michael Lewis

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child

2:00 p - 3:30 p
Bead-tastic Creations
Al Oerter Recreation Center

Bead-tastic Creations

Al Oerter Recreation Center

Al Oerter is offering a time to learn and create Perler bead projects as well as cute, beaded lanyard creations, with guided help. This is open to all ages during family time.

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Everyone

2:00 p - 3:45 p
Family Time
Gymnasium (Full)

Family Time

Gymnasium (Full)

Open Family Time

Ages: Everyone

4:00 p - 5:30 p
SNL: Badminton
Gymnasium (Court)

SNL: Badminton

Gymnasium (Court)

Open Teen Badminton for Saturday Night Lights is open to participants ages 12-19. Locks are required for every participant. Membership is required.

Ages: Child, Teen,

4:00 p - 9:00 p
Saturday Night Lights.
Gymnasium (Full)

Saturday Night Lights.

Gymnasium (Full)

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! Bring your friends, and meet some new, to enjoy a variety of activities from sports to fitness classes and games to arts and cultural activities. Socialize with your friends while you learn new skills!

Ages: Everyone

5:30 p - 7:00 p
SNL: Volleyball
Gymnasium (Court)

SNL: Volleyball

Gymnasium (Court)

Open Teen Volleyball for Saturday Night Lights is open to participants ages 12-19. Locks are required for every participant. Membership is required.

Ages: Child, Teen,

6:00 p - 8:00 p
Table Top TCG
Al Oerter Recreation Center

Table Top TCG

Al Oerter Recreation Center

Join our beginner-friendly Pokémon TCG class and Learn the game step by step. You will learn the rules, phases, and strategies of gameplay. We will provide structure decks for new players and a staff member will guide you through drills and practice games.

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child, Teen

6:00 p - 7:00 p
Vibe Nation
Dance Room

Vibe Nation

Dance Room

Let's get ready to Vibe Out! This high-energy teen dance class blends Hip-Hop and afrobeats with fun and easy to follow choreography. Vibe Nation is perfect for beginners and experienced dancers. Participants will boost their confidence, improve techniques, and have a great time dancing with friends!

Instructor: Chandra Stone

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Everyone

7:00 p - 9:00 p
SNL Basketball
Gymnasium (Court)

SNL Basketball

Gymnasium (Court)

Open Teen Basketball for Saturday Night Lights is open to participants ages 12-19. Locks are required for every participant. Membership is required.

Ages: Child, Teen,

Building Hours
Closed

9:30 a - 12:00 p
Girl's Winter Softball Clinics (ages 6-12)
Gymnasium (Court)

Girl's Winter Softball Clinics (ages 6-12)

Gymnasium (Court)

Are you looking to learn how to play softball or hoping to improve your game during the winter? Our all-girl's softball program will help you keep the rust off your game and get you ready for the 2026 softball season. Come hit, throw, and catch throughout the winter at the Al Oerter Recreation Center.

Instructor: Rossette Contreras

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child

12:00 p - 3:00 p
Girl's Winter Softball Clinics (ages 13-17)
Gymnasium (Full)

Girl's Winter Softball Clinics (ages 13-17)

Gymnasium (Full)

Are you looking to learn how to play softball or hoping to improve your game during the winter? Our all-girls softball program will help you keep the rust off your game and get you ready for the 2026 softball season. Come hit, throw, and catch throughout the winter at the Al Oerter Recreation Center.

Instructor: Rossette Contreras

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Child, Teen

Media Lab Schedule

indicates the program does not require center membership

Monday
1/26
Tuesday
1/27
Wednesday
1/28
Thursday
1/29
Friday
1/30
Saturday
1/31
Sunday
2/1

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

10:00 a - 11:00 a
Adult Open Access
Media Lab

Adult Open Access

Media Lab

Members 18 and older can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:00 a - 12:00 p
Intro to MS Word
Media Lab

Intro to MS Word

Media Lab

Learn the basics of creating documents using Microsoft Office Word, the most popular and widely used word processing software.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 1:00 p
Intro to MS Excel
Media Lab

Intro to MS Excel

Media Lab

Discover how Excel can help you budget, create a calendar, organize data, and build charts and graphs. Students will learn to enter and format data in a spreadsheet, and apply basic formulas to numbers.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:00 p - 4:00 p
All Ages Open Access
Media Lab

All Ages Open Access

Media Lab

Members under 13 years of age can come to our media lab and use a computer for school projects and fun.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Everyone

5:00 p - 6:00 p
All Ages Open Access
Media Lab

All Ages Open Access

Media Lab

Members under 13 years of age can come to our media lab and use a computer for school projects and fun.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Everyone

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

10:00 a - 10:30 a
Adult Open Access
Media Lab

Adult Open Access

Media Lab

Members 18 and older can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:00 p - 4:00 p
All Ages Open Access
Media Lab

All Ages Open Access

Media Lab

Members under 13 years of age can come to our media lab and use a computer for school projects and fun.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Everyone

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

10:00 a - 11:00 a
Adult Open Access
Media Lab

Adult Open Access

Media Lab

Members 18 and older can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:00 a - 12:00 p
Intermediate MS Word
Media Lab

Intermediate MS Word

Media Lab

Learn the basics of creating documents using Microsoft Office Word, the most popular and widely used word processing software.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 1:00 p
Intermediate MS Excel
Media Lab

Intermediate MS Excel

Media Lab

Build your accounting skills using Excel spreadsheets, and learn how to merge data sets to aggregate information.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:00 p - 4:00 p
All Ages Open Access
Media Lab

All Ages Open Access

Media Lab

Members under 13 years of age can come to our media lab and use a computer for school projects and fun.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Everyone

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

10:00 a - 11:00 a
Adult Open Access
Media Lab

Adult Open Access

Media Lab

Members 18 and older can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:00 a - 12:00 p
Intro to Video Production
Media Lab

Intro to Video Production

Media Lab

Develop basic video production skills to craft your own narrative or documentary film using Digital cameras and video editing software!

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 1:00 p
Intro to Email
Media Lab

Intro to Email

Media Lab

Learn how to set up, organize, and manage an email account, how to put items into the text body of an email, send and receive links and attachments, and more!

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:00 p - 4:00 p
All Ages Open Access
Media Lab

All Ages Open Access

Media Lab

Members under 13 years of age can come to our media lab and use a computer for school projects and fun.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Everyone

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

10:00 a - 1:00 p
Adult Open Access
Media Lab

Adult Open Access

Media Lab

Members 18 and older can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:00 p - 4:00 p
All Ages Open Access
Media Lab

All Ages Open Access

Media Lab

Members under 13 years of age can come to our media lab and use a computer for school projects and fun.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Everyone

4:00 p - 6:00 p
All Ages Open Access
Media Lab

All Ages Open Access

Media Lab

Members under 13 years of age can come to our media lab and use a computer for school projects and fun.

Instructor: Samantha Chon

Ages: Everyone

Building Hours
8:00 a - 9:00 p

Building Hours
Closed