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Membership Extension
For a limited time, we are offering qualifying members the opportunity to receive a 3.5-month membership extension.
To be eligible to receive the extension, you must meet all three qualification criteria:
- You were an active member on January 30, 2025.
- You visited Kwame Ture Recreation Center between July 30, 2024, and January 30, 2025.
- You are a paying member who possesses either an adult membership or a senior, veteran, or person with a disability membership.
If you believe you meet these qualifications, you may submit a request by completing the online form. The deadline to opt-in for the extension is October 26, 2025.
Due to a mechanical issue, the front entrance of the Kwame Ture Recreation Center is temporarily out of service. Please use the back entrance to access the facility until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we work to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
Center Schedule
indicates the program does not require center membership
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Monday 11/10 |
Tuesday 11/11 |
Wednesday 11/12 |
Thursday 11/13 |
Friday 11/14 |
Saturday 11/15 |
Sunday 11/16 |
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Building Hours
8:00 a - 8:50 a
Adult Open RunGymnasium (Part A) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques running half court. Ages: Adult, Senior Registration not required.
8:00 a - 8:50 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.
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 - 12:50 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.
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: Jabor Forde Intensity: Beginner / Low Ages: Child, Teen Registration not required.
3:00 p - 4:00 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.
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
8:00 a - 8:50 a
Adult Open RunGymnasium (Part A) "Participants will learn basic ball handling, defense, dribbling, passing, shooting, and other skills and techniques running half court. Ages: Adult, Senior Registration not required.
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 - 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 has begun and ends on 11/12/2025.
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 - 4:00 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.
4:00 p - 6:30 p
Volleyball for all TeensKwame Ture Recreation Center Are you between the ages of 14- 17 years of age and 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 has begun and ends on 11/12/2025.
4:00 p - 5:45 p
Volleyball for all YouthGymnasium (Full) Are you between the ages of 6 - 13 years of age and 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 has begun and ends on 11/12/2025.
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 has begun and ends on 11/12/2025.
6:00 p - 7:00 p
Studio Art SessionsLobby Youth ages 6 - 17 are invited to join Studio Art Sessions at Kwame Ture. This art program will explore a variety of mediums including drawing, painting, and sculpture, while emphasizing development in personal expression, artistic techniques, and technical skills. Instructor: Charles Mercado 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. |
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: Jabor Forde Intensity: Beginner / Low Ages: Child, Teen 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 has begun and ends on 11/13/2025.
3:00 p - 4:00 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.
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
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 - 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 has begun and ends on 11/14/2025.
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
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.
4:00 p - 6:00 p
Athletic Body ControlFitness Room Youth 8 - 17 years of age are invited to join Athletic Body Control at Kwame Ture. This program will focus on building strength, mobility and function through a balanced approach to movement, promoting education in gym safety, fitness, and overall well-being. Instructor: Charles Mercado Ages: Child, Teen Registration not required.
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 - 4:30 p
hand ballGymnasium (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 has begun and ends on 11/14/2025.
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.
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.
12:00 p - 1:00 p
Action and Sports PhotographyLobby Youth 8 - 17 years of age are invited to join Action and Sports Photography at Kwame Ture. This program focuses on capturing movement, speed, and dynamic storytelling through the art of action photography. Instructor: Charles Mercado Ages: Child, Teen 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.
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. |
Media Lab Schedule
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Monday 11/10 |
Tuesday 11/11 |
Wednesday 11/12 |
Thursday 11/13 |
Friday 11/14 |
Saturday 11/15 |
Sunday 11/16 |
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Building Hours There are no programs at this Media Lab today.
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Building Hours
4:00 p - 6:00 p
Designing Interactive MediaMedia Lab Youth 6 - 17 years of age are invited to join Designing Interactive Media with Charles at Kwame Ture. Participants will learn how to combine traditional art mediums with technology, turning their drawings and artwork into dynamic videogame experiences. Instructor: Charles Mercado Ages: Child, Teen Registration not required. |
Building Hours There are no programs at this Media Lab today.
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Building Hours
4:00 p - 6:00 p
Designing Interactive MediaMedia Lab Youth 6 - 17 years of age are invited to join Designing Interactive Media with Charles at Kwame Ture. Participants will learn how to combine traditional art mediums with technology, turning their drawings and artwork into dynamic videogame experiences. Instructor: Charles Mercado Ages: Child, Teen Registration not required. |
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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Building Hours There are no programs at this Media Lab today.
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