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AccessibilityKwame Ture Recreation Center
Center Schedule
indicates the program does not require center membership
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Monday 11/24 |
Tuesday 11/25 |
Wednesday 11/26 |
Thursday 11/27 |
Friday 11/28 |
Saturday 11/29 |
Sunday 11/30 |
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Building Hours
9:00 a - 10:30 a
Pickleball Pandemonium!Gymnasium (Full) Adults and Seniors are invited to join NYC Parks at Kwame Ture Recreation Center for Pickleball Pandemonium! Are you curious about this fun game that everyone is talking about, and are interested in jumping in on the fun? You're in luck! Don't miss out, grab your paddle and join us. Instructor: Pharon Hickman Intensity: Beginner / Low Ages: Everyone Registration not required. 
10:45 a - 1:50 p
Adult Open RunGymnasium (Part B) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques. Ages: Adult, Senior Registration not required.
11:00 a - 11:50 a
Adaptive Learn to StretchGymnasium (Part A) Daily stretching and practicing basic breathing techniques is a great way to calm and de-stress both your body and mind. Instructor: Miriam Garay Ages: Everyone Registration is closed.
1:00 p - 1:50 p
Adaptive Open RunGymnasium (Part A) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques. Ages: Adult, Senior Registration not required.
2:00 p - 4:00 p
Skills and DrillsGymnasium (Full) 12-week curriculum designed to enhance participant's basketball abilities. Through a combination of skill-specific drills and game-like scenarios, participants will develop fundamental skills dribbling, passing shooting and defense. The program fosters a competitive and positive training environment, promoting teamwork and basketball IQ. Participants will increase their confidence and proficiency on the court while building a strong foundation for continued basketball development. Instructor: Jabor Forde Ages: Everyone Registration not required.
3:00 p - 4:00 p
Become a Junior Scientist with ErikaLobby The Junior Scientist Discovery Lab is a hands-on science program that invites children to explore the wonders of the natural world through fun safe, and age-appropriate experiments. Each week introduces a new theme- from bubbling volcanoes to invisible ink- designed to teach core scientific concepts while encouraging creativity, teamwork, and critical thinking. Instructor: Erika Hawes Ages: Everyone Registration is closed.
4:00 p - 4:50 p
Swishing and DishingGymnasium (Full) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques. Instructor: Terrynce Wilson Ages: Child, Teen Registration not required.
5:00 p - 5:50 p
Teen Open RunGymnasium (Part A) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques. Half court run. Ages: Everyone Registration not required.
6:00 p - 6:50 p
Teen Open RunGymnasium (Full) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques. Half court run. Ages: Everyone Registration not required.
7:00 p - 7:45 p
Adult Open RunGymnasium (Full) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques. Full court run. Ages: Adult, Senior Registration not required. |
Building Hours
8:00 a - 9:50 a
Hand Down, Elevate and Shoot!Gymnasium (Part B) Are you prepared to work on your jump shot this fall? Come in for a session using a shooting machine. This basketball shooting machine will act as an automatic rebounder. Instantly rebounding a made or missed shots while also providing shooting percentages. Instructor: Jabor Forde Ages: Adult, Senior Registration not required.
10:00 a - 11:45 a
Gym Fun ExploreGymnasium (Full) This program is a joint initiative with the DOE to provide physical education to children in public schools who lack adequate gym space during school hours. Instructor: Renee Taylor Intensity: Beginner / Low Ages: Child, Teen Registration not required.
3:00 p - 3:50 p
The Art of BasketballGymnasium (Part B) Giving a basic 101 on drills of types of basketball from beginners to advance elite. Instructor: Pharon Hickman Ages: Child, Teen Registration not required.
3:00 p - 4:00 p
Build a Supercar with ErikaLobby Youth 6-13 years of age are invited to join Kwame Ture Recreation Center for the Build a Supercar program. This fun and creative class teaches participants how to build their own supercars using step by step do it yourself craft kits. Instructor: Erika Hawes Ages: Everyone Registration is closed.
4:00 p - 4:50 p
Jack of all GamesGymnasium (Part A) Children will learn how to play various games through fun sport activities, developing team building skills while engaging in various physical activities and games. Instructor: Kelly Adams Ages: Child Registration not required.
4:30 p - 5:50 p
Flag FootballGymnasium (Part B) This instructional flag football clinic will provide an opportunity for youth, regardless of skill, to Instructor: Veshnu Moorleedhar Ages: Preschool Registration not required.
5:00 p - 6:00 p
Teen Strength ClubFitness Room A Fitness program for teens that focuses on strength, mobility, and endurance. Instructor: Terrynce Wilson Intensity: Beginner / Low Ages: Teen, Registration not required.
5:00 p - 5:50 p
Teen Open RunGymnasium (Part A) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques. Half court run. Ages: Everyone Registration not required.
6:00 p - 7:00 p
Swishing and DishingGymnasium (Full) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques. Instructor: Terrynce Wilson Ages: Child, Teen Registration not required.
6:00 p - 7:30 p
Billiards Program (8ball, 9ball, and Cue ball)Lobby Learning the fundamental of playing 8ballpool.Learning proper cue English. Learning angles shots. Learning how to determine great shot selection. (Open to Teens and Young Adults. Instructor: Veshnu Moorleedhar Ages: Child, Teen, Adult, Senior Registration not required.
7:00 p - 7:45 p
Adult Open RunGymnasium (Full) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques. Full court run. Ages: Adult, Senior Registration not required. |
Building Hours Thanksgiving EveRecreation centers will be open at regularly scheduled times but will close at 5:00 p.m., or earlier at the regularly scheduled time if the center normally closes before 5:00 p.m.
9:00 a - 10:30 a
Pickleball Pandemonium!Gymnasium (Full) Adults and Seniors are invited to join NYC Parks at Kwame Ture Recreation Center for Pickleball Pandemonium! Are you curious about this fun game that everyone is talking about, and are interested in jumping in on the fun? You're in luck! Don't miss out, grab your paddle and join us. Instructor: Pharon Hickman Intensity: Beginner / Low Ages: Everyone Registration not required. 
10:00 a - 11:00 a
Active Aging AcademyKwame Ture Recreation Center A fitness program for Adults that focuses on strength, mobility, and function requires a balanced approach. This age group often needs to address overall strength, maintain flexibility, and improve functional fitness to support daily activities and overall well-being. Instructor: Terrynce Wilson Intensity: Beginner / Low Ages: Adult, Senior Registration is closed.
10:00 a - 10:50 a
Senior Circle StretchFitness Room This senior stretch class is a gentle exercise class for seniors. It involves a series of seated or standing stretches performed in a circle formation. Instructor: Miriam Garay Intensity: Beginner / Low Ages: Everyone Registration not required.
11:00 a - 11:50 a
Adaptive Learn to StretchGymnasium (Part A) Daily stretching and practicing basic breathing techniques is a great way to calm and de-stress both your body and mind. Instructor: Miriam Garay Ages: Everyone Registration is closed.
1:00 p - 2:00 p
Volleyball for all - AdaptiveGymnasium (Full) Are you looking for a sport that will give you a great workout, fun team play, and will boost your energy? join Volleyball for all at Kwame Ture Recreation Center. Instructor: Loretta Sneed Ages: Everyone Registration is closed.
2:00 p - 2:50 p
Skills and Drills (2pm-3pm)Gymnasium (Full) 12-week curriculum designed to enhance participant's basketball abilities. Through a combination of skill-specific drills and game-like scenarios, participants will develop fundamental skills dribbling, passing shooting and defense. The program fosters a competitive and positive training environment, promoting teamwork and basketball IQ. Participants will increase their confidence and proficiency on the court while building a strong foundation for continued basketball development. Instructor: Jabor Forde Ages: Everyone Registration not required.
3:00 p - 3:50 p
Skills and Drills (3pm-4pm)Gymnasium (Part A) 12-week curriculum designed to enhance participant's basketball abilities. Through a combination of skill-specific drills and game-like scenarios, participants will develop fundamental skills dribbling, passing shooting and defense. The program fosters a competitive and positive training environment, promoting teamwork and basketball IQ. Participants will increase their confidence and proficiency on the court while building a strong foundation for continued basketball development. Instructor: Jabor Forde Ages: Everyone Registration not required.
3:00 p - 3:50 p
The Art of BasketballGymnasium (Part B) Giving a basic 101 on drills of types of basketball from beginners to advance elite. Instructor: Pharon Hickman Ages: Child, Teen Registration not required.
3:00 p - 4:00 p
Become a Junior Scientist with ErikaLobby The Junior Scientist Discovery Lab is a hands-on science program that invites children to explore the wonders of the natural world through fun safe, and age-appropriate experiments. Each week introduces a new theme- from bubbling volcanoes to invisible ink- designed to teach core scientific concepts while encouraging creativity, teamwork, and critical thinking. Instructor: Erika Hawes Ages: Everyone Registration is closed. |
Building Hours Thanksgiving DayRecreation Centers will be closed. There are no public programs at this Recreation Center today.
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Building Hours
8:00 a - 9:50 a
Hand Down, Elevate and Shoot!Gymnasium (Part B) Are you prepared to work on your jump shot this fall? Come in for a session using a shooting machine. This basketball shooting machine will act as an automatic rebounder. Instantly rebounding a made or missed shots while also providing shooting percentages. Instructor: Jabor Forde Ages: Adult, Senior Registration not required.
2:00 p - 2:50 p
Skills and Drills (2pm-3pm)Gymnasium (Full) 12-week curriculum designed to enhance participant's basketball abilities. Through a combination of skill-specific drills and game-like scenarios, participants will develop fundamental skills dribbling, passing shooting and defense. The program fosters a competitive and positive training environment, promoting teamwork and basketball IQ. Participants will increase their confidence and proficiency on the court while building a strong foundation for continued basketball development. Instructor: Jabor Forde Ages: Everyone Registration not required.
3:00 p - 4:00 p
Art with ElsaKwame Ture Recreation Center Youth are invited to join Kwame Ture Rec Center for a morning of drawing, sketching, painting, board games and gaining social skills for teamwork. Instructor: Elsa Maldonado Ages: Child Registration not required.
3:00 p - 3:50 p
Kickball for Boys and GirlsKwame Ture Recreation Center Learning the fundamentals of kickball and how to become a team player. Instructor: Veshnu Moorleedhar Ages: Everyone Registration is closed.
4:00 p - 5:45 p
Game of ZonesGymnasium (Full) Girls ages 12 - 16, If you love basketball and want to improve your skills, join game of zones at Kwame Ture Recreation Center! Whether you are a beginner or experienced player and want a good cardio workout, or just want to hoop, do it with us. Our full court basketball gym is just what you need! Ages: Everyone Registration not required. 
4:00 p - 7:30 p
Game of Zones: Girls and Women's BasketballGymnasium (Full) If you love basketball and want to improve your skills, join game of zones at Kwame Ture Recreation Center! Whether you are a beginner or experienced player and want a good cardio workout, or just want to hoop, do it with us. Our full court basketball gym is just what you need! Instructor: Renee Taylor Ages: Child, Teen, Adult, Senior Registration is closed.
4:00 p - 4:30 p
HandballGymnasium (Part B) Handball is an upcoming sport that is changing the way we think about hand ball it is innovative combination of basketball, street hockey. Instructor: Pharon Hickman Intensity: Intermediate / Moderate Ages: Child, Teen Registration not required.
4:30 p - 5:30 p
S.T.E.A.MLobby Science, Technology, Engineering and Math is an integrated approach to learning that encourages children of all ages to make connections between concepts that we are learning through fun filled activities. Instructor: Kelly Adams Ages: Everyone Registration is closed.
6:00 p - 8:00 p
Guard up and Play defense: Women's BasketballGymnasium (Full) If you love basketball, join game of zones at Kwame Ture Recreation Center! Whether you are a beginner or experienced player and want a good cardio workout, or just want to hoop, do it with us. Doesn't matter if it half court or full court. Our basketball gymnasium is just what you need! Ages: Everyone Registration not required.
6:00 p - 7:30 p
Billiards Program (8ball, 9ball, and Cue ball)Lobby Learning the fundamental of playing 8ballpool.Learning proper cue English. Learning angles shots. Learning how to determine great shot selection. (Open to Teens and Young Adults. Instructor: Veshnu Moorleedhar Ages: Child, Teen, Adult, Senior Registration not required. |
Building Hours
8:00 a - 9:50 a
Adult Open RunGymnasium (Full) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques running half court. Ages: Adult, Senior Registration not required.
10:00 a - 1:50 p
Family Open RunGymnasium (Full) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques. Half court run. Ages: Everyone Registration not required.
11:30 a - 1:00 p
Art With ElsaLobby Youth are invited to join Kwame Ture Rec Center for a morning of drawing, sketching, painting board games and gaining social skills teamwork. Instructor: Elsa Maldonado Ages: Child Registration not required.
2:00 p - 3:50 p
Youth Open RunGymnasium (Full) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques. Half court run. Ages: Everyone Registration not required.
3:00 p - 4:00 p
Mind Body & SoulKwame Ture Recreation Center This program is a new modern way that young teens can speak to each other in healthy way to trail blaze the way they interact with each other all while gaining the life skills they need and to develop the ones they have already. Instructor: Pharon Hickman Intensity: Beginner / Low Ages: Child, Teen Registration not required.
4:00 p - 4:50 p
Saturday Night LightsGymnasium (Part A) 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! Activities begin at 4:00 p.m. and concluded at 8:00 p.m. Please call the center for specific times for activities. Ages: Everyone Registration not required.
4:00 p - 4:50 p
HandballGymnasium (Part B) Handball is a up coming sport is changing the way we think about hand ball its innovative combination of basketball meet hockey. Instructor: Pharon Hickman Ages: Child, Teen Registration not required.
5:00 p - 7:50 p
Saturday Night LightsGymnasium (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! Activities begin at 4:00 p.m. and concluded at 8:00 p.m. Please call the center for specific times for activities. Ages: Everyone Registration not required.
6:00 p - 7:30 p
Billiards Program (8ball, 9ball, and Cue ball)Lobby Learning the fundamental of playing 8ballpool.Learning proper cue English. Learning angles shots. Learning how to determine great shot selection. (Open to Teens and Young Adults. Instructor: Veshnu Moorleedhar Ages: Child, Teen, Adult, Senior Registration not required. |
Building Hours
8:00 a - 12:00 p
Footwork FrenzyGymnasium (Full) Participants will learn basic soccer skills and improve coordination. This program encourages positive attitudes, and teamwork through fun and games. Instructor: Miriam Garay Ages: Everyone Registration is closed.
1:00 p - 2:00 p
Teen Strength ClubFitness Room A Fitness program for teens that focuses on strength, mobility, and endurance. Instructor: Terrynce Wilson Intensity: Beginner / Low Ages: Teen, Registration not required.
2:00 p - 3:30 p
Swishing and DishingGymnasium (Full) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques. Instructor: Terrynce Wilson Ages: Child, Teen Registration not required. |
Media Lab Schedule
indicates the program does not require center membership
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Monday 11/24 |
Tuesday 11/25 |
Wednesday 11/26 |
Thursday 11/27 |
Friday 11/28 |
Saturday 11/29 |
Sunday 11/30 |
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Building Hours
11:00 a - 2:00 p
Adult Open AccessMedia Lab Members 18 and older can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Adult, Senior Registration is closed.
11:00 a - 12:00 p
One-On-One HelpMedia Lab Receive one-on-one assistance with viewing, transferring or producing media! Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Adult, Senior Registration is closed.
3:00 p - 5:00 p
Youth Open AccessMedia Lab Members under 13 years of age can come to our media lab and use a computer for school projects and fun. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Child Registration is closed.
3:00 p - 4:00 p
One-On-One HelpMedia Lab Receive one-on-one assistance with viewing, transferring or producing media! Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Child Registration is closed.
5:00 p - 7:00 p
Teen Open AccessMedia Lab Members age 13-17 can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Child, Teen Registration is closed.
5:00 p - 6:00 p
Creating MusicMedia Lab Create and perfect your sounds using digital audio tools to mix and master your audio tracks. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Child, Teen Registration is closed. |
Building Hours
11:00 a - 2:00 p
Adult Open AccessMedia Lab Members 18 and older can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Adult, Senior Registration is closed.
11:00 a - 12:00 p
One-On-One HelpMedia Lab Receive one-on-one assistance with viewing, transferring or producing media! Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Adult, Senior Registration is closed.
3:00 p - 5:00 p
Youth Open AccessMedia Lab Members under 13 years of age can come to our media lab and use a computer for school projects and fun. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Child Registration is closed.
3:00 p - 4:00 p
Creating CollectiblesMedia Lab Design and print your own collectible trading cards using the software Procreate Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Child, Teen Registration is closed.
5:00 p - 7:00 p
Teen Open AccessMedia Lab Members age 13-17 can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Child, Teen Registration is closed.
5:00 p - 6:00 p
Intro to Digital AudioMedia Lab Get introduced to the PC's audio capabilities! Programs addressed include Audacity, Windows Media Player, PowerPoint, and Windows Movie Maker. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Child, Teen Registration is closed. |
Building Hours Thanksgiving EveRecreation centers will be open at regularly scheduled times but will close at 5:00 p.m., or earlier at the regularly scheduled time if the center normally closes before 5:00 p.m.
11:00 a - 2:00 p
Adult Open AccessMedia Lab Members 18 and older can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Adult, Senior Registration is closed.
11:00 a - 12:00 p
One-On-One HelpMedia Lab Receive one-on-one assistance with viewing, transferring or producing media! Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Adult, Senior Registration is closed.
3:00 p - 5:00 p
Youth Open AccessMedia Lab Members under 13 years of age can come to our media lab and use a computer for school projects and fun. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Child Registration is closed.
3:00 p - 4:00 p
Creating MusicMedia Lab Create and perfect your sounds using digital audio tools to mix and master your audio tracks. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Child Registration is closed.
4:00 p - 5:00 p
The Sideline ScoopMedia Lab A Debate program designed for teens who are passionate about basketball and want to develop their critical thinking, public speaking, and argumentative skills Instructor: Terrynce Wilson Ages: Child, Teen Registration is closed. |
Building Hours Thanksgiving DayRecreation Centers will be closed. There are no programs at this Media Lab today.
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Building Hours
11:00 a - 2:00 p
Adult Open AccessMedia Lab Members 18 and older can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Adult, Senior Registration is closed.
11:00 a - 12:00 p
Job SearchMedia Lab Learn how a combination of resume writing, interview skills, and various online databases can be used in order to conduct a job search. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Adult, Senior Registration is closed.
2:00 p - 3:00 p
Youth Open AccessMedia Lab Members under 13 years of age can come to our media lab and use a computer for school projects and fun. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Child Registration is closed.
2:00 p - 3:00 p
Rhythm Roulette: Hip Hop Beat-MakingMedia Lab Learn the ins and outs of hip hop and RnB beat-making from mixing to final production. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Child Registration is closed.
5:00 p - 7:00 p
Teen Open AccessMedia Lab Members age 13-17 can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Child, Teen Registration is closed.
5:00 p - 6:00 p
Open Studio TimeMedia Lab Record your voice and/or instrumentals in our media lab studio! This time is open to anyone wishing to develop their skills in the world of audio production. Instructor: La'Shanta Smith Ages: Child, Teen, Adult, Senior Registration is closed. |
Building Hours There are no programs at this Media Lab today.
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Building Hours There are no programs at this Media Lab today.
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