Swimming pool
Yes
St. Johns Recreation Center in Brooklyn
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Brooklyn, Kings County, New York, US
Amenities
Phone: +1 718-771-2787
Site: https://www.nycgovparks.org/faci...
Site: https://www.nycgovparks.org/faci...
Opening hours
- Monday:7AM–10PM
- Tuesday:7AM–10PM
- Wednesday:7AM–10PM
- Thursday:7AM–10PM
- Friday:7AM–10PM
- Saturday:8AM–4PM
- Sunday:8AM–4PM
Comments (126)
Amazing pool facility. Good value for money and a great way to connect more with community
Roller skating is absolutely 💯 I love it...Good physical therapy.
It’s wasn’t a great experience at all I entered the supervisor just had a disrespectful mouth I’m 17 years old and the fact that you know i hooper wanna hoop she just wouldn’t let me sign up u thought that it was because I was 17 and not 18 but when a young male enter she says this the last one and I felt disrespected because I wanna hoop just like he do
I been at this recreation center sometimes and it was pretty good!
This place is awesome it has something that you would like no matter who you are it has a swimming pool,weight room,Teen room, men and women locker rooms,basketball court dance room ect. This place is amazing
Of all of the recreational parks around Brooklyn, this is my second favorite place to go. They have a 400-meter two lane track and field, they have a soccer field, wall tennis as well as a baseball field. It has two water fountains throughout the park, it’s wheelchair accessible and there is a lot of parking spaces. The park is usually super packed on week days around 4PM and 5PM since most of the middle schools practice around that time.
For anyone who is interested in the pool, I would recommend talking to the staff first and get a copy of the pool schedule from the security/front desk. One staff member told me that information on the NYC Park website is not managed by the recreation center which means information you found online may be incorrect. Furthermore, the rule (for the pool) is probably more complicated than what you wouldve thought. I just learnt that adult lap sessions have lanes for beginners as well and family swim is only for parents and kids (other pools Ive gone to allow everyone to access the pool during family sessions). Unfortunately, these are not well explained on their webpage. So dont assume (like what I did). Go/call and ask for the schedule and for clarification so that you dont waste your time.
This was a great place until it closed for almost a year. Despite having paid for a year long membership, they refuse to give a refund regardless of the fact that the entire facility has being closed. This seems like a class action waiting to happen as they cannot reasonably expect the public to travel multiple neighborhoods over as a solution. If you pay for goods or services, they should be delivered or else you should be entitled to a refund. I was told that the only person that can discuss it is Asst Commissioner Emily Chase - Emily.chase at parks.nyc.gov -- So far crickets tho and this NYC Parks Dept gives you the run around for months.
So I joined this place because it was conveniently close and the tour I was given was ok. What they failed to tell me however was that this place was scheduled for renovations and would be CLOSED for about 6 months!!! I paid for a years membership!! When I inquired about a refund, I was told they didnt do that. I was handed a listing of other centers I could attend, none of which were convenient/accessible to me!! I threw away my money!!! I am very disappointed, I am a hard working single mom that is looking to keep myself and child active, this was a total waste of hard earned money!
The only thing I would add is more swimming classes during the week instead of just Saturday, other than that everything else is great they have great instructors who work with you (Ronnie), and they just need to refill the sanitary wipes and the place would be perfect.
I go here for the pool. Front desk attendants are typically not friendly (Ive only met one that was). The locker room is OK (not super clean but not disgusting). The pool is long but not wide. The pool is split into 3 lanes. Typically emptier at night. Crowded in the morning and lifeguard allows people to just stand around in lanes and one lane is completely occupied by people standing around. Clean pool though.
-staff: not friendly, sarcastic. I brought my daughter to the child swim on Saturday, and the receptionist just kept staring at her. Shes like, youre letting HER get into the pool by herself? My daughter is 5, but shes a big 5. Number 1: whats it to you if I bring her into the pool or not? all she have to worry about it if her membership card is working or not. Number 2: staff were talking to each other while a line of people were waiting. They are so unprofessional, no work ethic at all.Area: smelly, old equipment. Pool area needs renovation ASAP. Lockers are so old, some of them dont even close. Shower curtains are falling off, theres no soap by the sink, no toilet tissues, and when you inform the staff, they have an attitude.This place needs new staff, new equipments, more programs for kids and adults.
Great place, great people. I gave it 4.5 stars because its a 45 minute to an hours journey for me to get here. Its free for NYC kids under 18 and only 25 bucks for people ages 18-24(maybe 25, cant recall). They have a pool, weight room, cardio room, men and women locker rooms, a computer room, a Bball gym, and an open park surrounding the building. This place has been my staple since I was a teen, and still is.
They dont update their calendars so you never know when the classes are or when the pool is open. Not sure if it is a staffing problem or just someone not doing their job, but it makes it difficult for the public to use the facilities.
St Johns is my go to training center in the area. Granted I am a pretty stingy bastard but that doesnt mean the value here isnt great. Hearing what my other friends are getting from their gym memberships at the prices they pay makes me shudder.If you want to swim in a lane that isnt completely crowded by sure to get there at the beginning of the designated times. Tuesday and Thursday nights are single sex nights... That said, nothing like watching a hairy butterball move sloppily down the lanes on a Thursday night, you know what Im saying.
Its not that good, the female guards look and act like they just came off the welfare line. there are roaches in the locker room and the bathrooms always filthy.but most of all they really need some better trained staff its really bad
I went in to reregister after the pandemic closure the staff efficiently processed my request.
Early voting today I was in and out. Thank you to the St. Johns rec center staff and Electoral volunteers they was polite, organized and helpful from the time you walk in until you walk out.
My early voting location. The line has been wrapped around the block since Saturday. The staff is gracious and the process is smooth.
Very nice and organized place with friendly stuff. Great gym and pool area. Fully renovated place. And green Fields ,amazing job.
This has all the qualities of an expensive YMCA membership but waaay cheaper. The only thing I dont like is that its not open super early.
Staff are super friendly, especially Chris! Fun and welcoming class environment. Clean and never crowded love the St Johns Rec Center 🙏🏻🏃🏼♀️
Great place to get a swim, aerobic exercise, play basketball, play pool, and a variety of heart-healthy and mine opening experiences.
Love it !! Pool and locker room always clean and there is always something to do, family swim is my favorite my little girl loves it too
Awesome &Clean I Watched The Center Get Better With Time. I Grew Up Across The Street N Albany Projects 162 Troy Ave 💯
This place offers so many different things! I love how important children safety is at their facility. Plus there is a pool!
I go here to swim. I have alot of fun with my little brother. There is also a fitness room and a basket gym. There is also many more sports and fitness areas
I am a city worker on duty and I ask to use the bathroom I was told by the lady that works there that she is letting me use the bathroom one time only
Life guard on cell phone, you better know how to swim. Nice size pool, center will close for 6 months
I only go there for the basketball court and its good. They also have a team named the Junior Knicks and they recently went to Madison square garden and met the entire Knicks basketball team.
I go often because my kid love it. Its not in the best area so make sure you are careful
There are many activities especially for youth. There are also interesting things for older people. It is very easy to get started.
Great resource for the community. I just wish it were cleaner. I dont like running through garbage on the track.
Neighborhood center for all my work out and swimming needs.
The park should be cleaner especially for the children. Often times there are people sleeping on benches. It should not be so. Today, someone was riding a motorbike in the middle of the park with children playing. This makes the park very unsafe.
The fees are more than fair, and the schedule does its best to accommodate children and adults with safety for the children in mind.
Its ok for sporting events. Just wish they had better facilities for us soccer players.
Surprisingly up to date rec center. Better & cheaper than YMCA, Blink & Planet with a pool & gym
Everyone worked as a team. Very clean and professional.
Its Finally back open. I stopped only to use the rest room but from what I saw there were several people there.
It has a small work out area, with minimal machines... They have a large pool and a large basketball court...
Need to put a bathroom in the park other parks has a bathroom except St. Johns Recreation it is taking over 3yrs to put a bathroom in the park now it is going some more years how long does it take to put a bathroom in the park
Its Similar To Brownsville But It Could Use Improvement On Their Side Rims Its To Hard And Its Nothing Like The Nba Rim More Like Jail Rim 🙄
There were no lines in the rain fast and easy.
Fabulous swimming pool...love the staff...good place to work out
Has indoor basketball court and ouside basketball court with netsVery goodFree
Great staff, everythings clean. Overall awesome place!
Staff are pleasant but equipment needs to be fixed and modernized
Has a Little of everything
My place. Clean. Spacious. Pool. Gym. 💟
That supervisor can suc this 40 but overall nice place
Great place for kids. Great youth basketball program.
Great staff clean. Great Security guard there named Kiana.
Place has everything , just hate the schedules . But overall worth every penny.
Went to vote early. Very efficient and quick
A great place for community events, sports and early voting!!!!!!
There is so much to do at this recreation center. A pool, a basketball court, workout gym, activity room, etc.
Clean, spacious and friendly staff
The staff is so polite and welcoming. The place is clean.
Great place for children, and A very nice facility
My daughter went with her friend, she said they were bored.
Havent been there for awhile but is a good place
The customer service is wonderful. I was welcomed warmly and helped right away!!
Great place to pick up a basketball game.
Amazing workout place to burn fat and energy.
We only use the playground because the rest of the center is on renovation
Very helpful staff...
Voted within 10 minutes maybe less than that
Theres no special hours for men only
My nephew play basketball at there league
Great and affordable fitness center!
Too Crowded
This is one of the safest parks in the city
You get what you pay for: a smelly filthy shithouse.
I enjoyed Center when I lived in NYC
Good people, supportive environment, fun to be at.
Entire place under construction until further notice
It has a gym & swimming pool
Swimming pool is wonderful!
It has roaches in the locker rooms
People smoking weed where children play.
Popular destination close to the city.
Sunday funday
Great for working out
Aerobics classes good
Nice place to spend time and exercise
Nice pool
Im not going to no rec
Go there and get a swim on
Great softball field
Pretty nice place
Love the swimming pool
It haves everything I need
Love this place for the kids
Nice place for recreation
Nice people.
Solid swim team pool
Is there a sauna in the pool???????
GREAT TIME SWIMMING
Loved the vibes
Quick
Fun and safe
Great recreation center
Wonderful.
Great atmosphere
Softball fields
Management sucks
Customer service
It is okay
What Mario said
Cool center! Beautiful people!
$ 25 per year for students
It is useful
Top for your money
Close right now ....
Worth
Total reviews rating 4.1
126 Reviews for St. Johns Recreation Center 2023:
Review №1
2022-04-18I left my home at 10:30ish am and reach there sometime after 11am. I got to work out in peace and even got someone to help me devise a routine so I can gradually lose the belly fat. The weight room and cardio room is fine for working out. Maybe going there mid morning would be your best bet on beating out the crowds.
Review №2
2022-04-02Went to apply for skaterobics, turns out that me and my friends were to young. Is it hard for them to actually give teens something fun to do thats aerobic? All I wanted to do was skate, but if course its only for adults only.🤬
Review №3
2022-05-16Had a wonderful work out in the water. The staff is friendly and very courtesy.I just would like more instructions and less socializing.Also some evening water classes for seniors.
Review №4
2022-06-10Pickelball, the new sport for me, come on down if you have time, I really enjoy myself.
Review №5
2022-05-09Skaterobics is excellent! All the instructors are highly skilled skaters that cater to different levels. The environment is friendly and supportive.
Review №6
2022-06-29... this is whr I grew up!! The remodel is not superb but yall betta come check out da pool n the track!! NGL
Review №7
2021-12-04Registration for new members closes at 2pm on weekends and the pool is closed on Sundays. I didn’t see this anywhere on the website. The staff informed my literally yelling at me after I politely asked to register. At least the security guard was nice and gave me a paper with the pool schedule. Just a heads up, if you’re looking for adult lap swim there’s not a lot of open hours each week.
Review №8
2022-01-01The park is huge, which is a plus. Multiple 1 wall handball 🔵👋🏽 courts and they also have nice basketball 🏀 courts as well. Typically frequent there summer nights to play night ball.
Review №9
2022-06-10Under 23 its $25 a year to 🏊 swim! Im excited!Update: pool is freezing!! But its near our house and pretty cheap. Make sure to bring a bathing cap.Hours for family swim are kind of limited and the locker room isnt sparkling clean but this is a classic Brooklyn vibe - the DMV of swimming pools
Review №10
2022-01-07Great facility for free membership. The pool is particularly impressive and gym is also nice.