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Historic Indoor Pool at Metropolitan Recreation Center in Brooklyn

Indoor Pool, Afterschool Programs, Computer, FREE Shape Up NYC Fitness Classes

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Swim Lessons in an Indoor Pool with a Pedigree

If pools had pedigrees, Willimamsburg's Metropolitan Recreation Center would have one Built during the "roaring twenties", the original indoor pool and bathhouse here were designed by Henry Bacon, architect of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC.

Tips on when to go, what to bring to the indoor pool in Williamsburg's Metropolitan Center

Other Indoor Athletic Activities at Metropolitan Recreation Center

Recently restored, the historic Metropolitan Recreation Center has evolved to meet the needs of Williamsburg's changing community. It is one of seven such indoor recreation facilities run by the New York Parks Department in Brooklyn, NY. Check out the free after school children's programs, women's only pool hours, and other offerings.

For Kids Afterschool programs are held Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m.

FREE Shape Up NYC Intensati classes are held at the Metropolitan Recreation Center for participants of all ages.

Indoor facilities at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Recreation Center include:

  • pool (75 ft. X 30 ft.)
  • fitness room
  • cardio room
  • computer room
  • afterschool room
  • arts & crafts room
  • 2 locker rooms

PROGRAMS FOR KIDS and TEENS in Brooklyn's Metropolitan Recreation Center

  • Free! Aftershool Program
  • Family & Teen Swim
  • Weight Room
  • Summer Camp Swimming
  • Learn To Swim Program
  • NYC Board of Education Swimming

    PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS and SENIORS in Brooklyn's Metropolitan Recreation Center

  • Free! Shape Up NYC Intensati classes
  • Adult Co-Ed Lap Swim
  • Family & Teen Swim
  • Weight Room
  • Ladies Only Swimming (with children)
  • Womens Only Swimming

    Of course, programs change from time to time. Contact the NYC Parks Department or the number listed above for information on this season's schedules.

    Where it is: Metropolitan Recreation Center

  • Address: 261 Bedford Avenue
  • Phone: (718) 599-5707
  • Nearest Subway: L Train to Bedford Avenue or G Train to Union Street then short walk
  • Nearest Bus: B61 bus on Bedford Avenue one stop before and after recreation center
  • Cross Streets: Bedford and Metropolitan Avenues
  • Neighborhood: Williamsburg
  • Times: Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Saturday 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Fee: Pool Membership required. Some programs free.
  • Official Website: http://www.nycgovparks.org/facilities/recreationcenters/B085
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