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Highbridge Recreation Center

Bar Gym Recreation center Public swimming pool Basketball court

Busy urban community center provides fitness equipment, 2 outdoor pools & a playground & indoor gym. People often mention pool, good, swimming, great, free, center, summer, crowded, water, staff,


Address

2301 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10033

Website

www.nycgovparks.org

Contact

(212) 927-2012

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (123 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 8 AM to 8 PM
  • Sunday: 8 AM to 6 PM
  • Monday: 6 AM to 10 PM
  • Tuesday: 6 AM to 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 6 AM to 10 PM
  • Thursday: 6 AM to 10 PM
  • Friday: 6 AM to 10 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: pool (21) good (9) swimming (9) great (7) free (7) center (6) summer (6) crowded (6) water (6) staff (6)
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  • 3/5 Faramarz فرامرز A. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Last year, as a senior manager, Morsi was charged with membership in the site's newsletter by referring to a well-trained and experienced physician. (Original) در سال گذشته میلادی به عنوان مدیریت عالی بود مرسی به اتهام عضویت در خبرنامه سایت مراجعه به پزشک متخصص و مجرب وکار از این رو این کار را انجام دهید
    23 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dallas P. 7 years ago on Google • 398 reviews
    This is one hidden gem in NYC. The view from the top and towards the highline is simply amazing with the Harlem and East River in front of you.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Angel P. 8 years ago on Google • 7 reviews
    I used to go to this pool back about 1973-1975, I remember sneaking in and sometimes we used to walk in with the rest of them. To say that it brings back memories is an understatement, wow! We lost some family members along the way and I guess this is what makes it so special. Do yourselves a favor, love each other, forgive each other, life is too short. Be blessed. May God's richest and best be yours.
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 atriakella 1 year ago on Google
    Highbridge Rec. Center has an indoor basketball court, gym, restrooms for ladies and gents, and a huge outdoor pool with change rooms and toilets.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Mr. O. 1 year ago on Google • 171 reviews
    Field is great. I'm giving it a 3 stars due to small soccer Field and you can loose a ball if kicked to hard.

  • 3/5 O P. 8 months ago on Google • 156 reviews
    I have been visiting this recreation center for over 20 years, The basketball program they offer for kids and teenagers is good to keep them busy in sport activities. The facility does have an indoor and outdoor pool. The indoor pool can be accessed all year around with a membership. The outdoor pool is open during summer season but I would stay away in summer afternoon when the facility get crowded full of unruly teenagers. Instead go early in the morning if you want to enjoy the pool without any disturbance, they also offer free swimming classes during the summer.

  • 3/5 Isaac A. 7 years ago on Google
    Went swimming here today, mixed reactions about the pools. Pros: - Huge - Two pools, one of which is only 1-2 feet deep and therefore great for young children, the main one has a depth of 3-10 feet (so you can jump in at one end) - Having gone on a weekday, I did not find it too crowded - Changing areas, which are outdoors by the way, have individual stalls for privacy, something not seen at all NYC pools - Easy access to subway and Highbridge to the Bronx - The water tower provides an interesting backdrop - The main pool has a zero-depth entrance ramp, great for those with mobility impairments and for slowly adjusting to the water temperature - Long set of tiered concrete seats for spectating/relaxing - Beats the heat Cons: - The paint on the floor of the pool was chipping off all over the place; in one spot you could clearly see the bare concrete beneath it. I hope it gets redone this off-season. - There were far too few ladders, making it seem difficult to exit. I actually believe it does not comply with standards to this extent - While it's possible to jump in, the deep end has a railing along most of it and temporary barriers are set up by most of the openings, so you have to squeeze by the lifeguard post and walk along the edge - I was told that there used to be diving boards, but these were taken away - There are two structures in the middle of the pool that a while ago were spray features, but have been decommissioned since people climbed on them? I don't see what difference it makes if the fountains are still there sitting dormant? - Lifeguards were sure blowing their whistles frequently, and yes I did notice some horseplay, although I did not feel unsafe
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Lynn 2 years ago on Google
    Checks your bags when you go in and you can't have food or drinks but water and you can't bring your phone or anything like that, you have to bring a secure lock like a combination one or a thick regular lock, one that's not easy to break(no thin ones)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Guido L. 7 years ago on Google • 61 reviews
    Huge toddler's pool is awesomely spacious. Has never been crowded when I've visited. Beware: usually crowded when they re-open at 4pm, so you may have to wait in a 30-40mins line. After that, line is almost nonexistent. So I recommend getting there at 4.30-40pm, if you're going in the afternoon.

  • 5/5 Rachel T. 6 years ago on Google
    Best pool for toddlers, no question! There is a huge Olympic size wading pool. It is free, too! Just bring a combination lock with your stuff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kelvin B. 8 years ago on Google
    Awesome pool and great staff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elizabeth Le B. 3 years ago on Google
    I went there for a COVID test. I needed a 72 hour test in August which was almost impossible at this time. The whole team made it happen. They have been so welcoming, so generous and so dedicated!!!! THANK YOU. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ruddy R. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a good f recreation center,I am 73 years old,and I been coming since I was 15 years old back in 1963.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 The Vegan J. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful walkway
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carol C. 2 years ago on Google
    Granddaughter cheerleader class,she's do good
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 luka g. 4 months ago on Google • 24 reviews
    Came at 7, told me they're closed. Says they close at 8 on website. Always same issue with recreation centers, staff wants to leave early so they reject people whenever they want.

  • 4/5 Joey V. 7 months ago on Google • 20 reviews
    This is my poll site during elections. The Rec Center is a wonderful place.

  • 4/5 Jose D. 11 months ago on Google • 8 reviews
    Great place to workout. In the summer time you can go swimming and have a picnic all in the same day.

  • 3/5 Dolly 11 years ago on Google
    I go to this pool atleast once every summer. its ok, great for swimming, but can get a bit crowded at times. Has a good variety of water per feet, for babies and older people to swim.

  • 5/5 jose d. 11 years ago on Google
    I go to this pool atleast once every summer. its ok, great for swimming, but can get a bit crowded at times. Has a good variety of water per feet, for babies and older people to swim."

  • 1/5 Alyssa D. 2 years ago on Google
    This center is a fraud. I have been to all other sites run by NYC, and this one out of all is a mess. This center is supposed to be free for everyone in the community, but of course, management allows teams like basketball, soccer and some sort of cheerleading to use space and charge fees. I was at the center for a free movie screening a couple of weeks ago when asked if my daughter wanted to join a cheerleading team. Of course, I said yes because my daughter was interested in joining, but after looking through a packet, I was given, I would have to pay fees for my child to participate in. I taught this was a free program run by the center. My family & I would pass. I would not recommend this site.

  • 5/5 Eddie 10 years ago on Google
    Yup... Another pool we'd visit during the summers in the city. :-)

  • 4/5 PUREイエス 1 year ago on Google
    It's a pretty good place to hoop. Good hrs for adults unlike most places

  • 5/5 CANO M. 10 years ago on Google
    I LOVE HIGHBRIDGE POOL.. I BASICALLY LIVED IN THERE... SO MUCH GOOD TIMES...

  • 5/5 sianix r. 8 years ago on Google
    Best place ever!!!

  • 5/5 June F. 8 years ago on Google
    Thats my old neighborhood. One time I snuck in went swimming in the deep area. The staff called my GMA they told her I couldn't come back unless I learned how to swim. The next day she took me for swimming lessons. Since then I've been a fish in the water. Recently I went there for 2 days. The neighborhood has changed but swimming there brought back so many memories. Reminiscing was so wonderful for me I totally enjoyed my time there and I'm looking forward to visiting next year. 😍😍😍😍😍😍

  • 5/5 Wallace F. 1 year ago on Google
    Good neighborhood place for indoor sports in the winter. Staff is friendly and helpful. Place tidy and clean.

  • 1/5 Rossy P. 7 years ago on Google
    They opend to late this year

  • 5/5 TRINA J. 6 years ago on Google
    Great...nice and clean...massive pool

  • 5/5 Froylan A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good place offers many free recreation workshops, gym, zumba, pingpong tables, computers, basketball and soccer training for children free on Tuesday and Saturdays. (Original) Muy buen lugar ofrece muchos talleres de recreacion gratis, gym,zumba,mesas de pingpong,computadoras,basketball y entrenamientos de soccer para niños gratis el dia martes y sabados .

  • 4/5 Dean M. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely place for kids to learn

  • 5/5 Gisselee R. 5 years ago on Google
    I have been to this pool many times and I love it. They do require that much things. For the lockers you can use locks with a key or combination lock

  • 5/5 Sean R. 5 years ago on Google
    Awesome place to be, and the pool OMG we love it.

  • 1/5 bklynboombox 6 years ago on Google
    Staff is great/ just moved from Bklyn to w167 and the pools ( kiddie and adults plus a 10 foot deep side) and the park are beautiful all around!!

  • 4/5 edgardo g. 4 years ago on Google
    Or had 2 giant pools 1 for kids and an adult

  • 4/5 Yudyo p. 11 years ago on Google
    swimming at high bridge pool is very nice and calm. people that go there are friendly and cool, you basically get to be friends with everyone since they like go tot he pool daily and always stay there until its closed.

  • 5/5 Flery M. 5 years ago on Google
    Great place and safe neighborhood

  • 5/5 Steven Van H. 3 years ago on Google
    Surrounding Park is well kept. The garbage these city employees must clean up is gross. But the workers are dedicated, honest and are essential to the quality of life in New York City. I admire and applaud them. You folks are the heart and soul of NYC not ur Governor or Mayor..

  • 5/5 Ira G. 7 years ago on Google
    Great facility.

  • 5/5 BeStill P. 4 years ago on Google
    I like to go there for the staff members only bathroom when I'm passing thru..lol

  • 4/5 Olof A. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place that used to be a lot nicer. I say check it yourself and decide.

  • 3/5 Jonh C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Not bad (Original) No esta mal

  • 5/5 Stiven P. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place but too much drama.

  • 1/5 V V. 4 years ago on Google
    If I could give this PUBLIC RECREATION LOCATION a NO star I would. I came in simply to use the restroom and the employees were very rude and did not let me use the restroom. Sad...

  • 5/5 Nelly B. 5 years ago on Google
    Very good

  • 4/5 Shawn H. 5 years ago on Google
    It appeared to look nice from the outside

  • 5/5 Deb O. 5 years ago on Google
    A jewel!

  • 5/5 Everick S. 6 years ago on Google
    Great gym

  • 4/5 Tania B. 6 years ago on Google
    Nice facility

  • 1/5 Lorr M. 7 months ago on Google • 1 review
    The gym in question is a perfect example of inconsistency and frustration. This establishment can be likened to a ghost town with its perpetual closure, leaving patrons stranded without any semblance of reliability. If you're looking for a place to work out, consider this gym as nothing more than a mirage. They might as well hang a permanent "closed" sign on the door, for the frequency of its closure is unmatched. The gym's operational hours are a mere suggestion, as it seems the staff adheres to a schedule known only to them. Forget about planning your workout routine; it's a hit-or-miss situation here. Don't bother checking their website or social media for updates, as the information provided is as reliable as a broken compass. You might catch wind of sporadic announcements about maintenance, repairs, or even staff shortages, but explanations remain vague and unreliable, leaving patrons in a perpetual state of confusion. Membership fees? Oh, they're gladly accepted, with promises of access to state-of-the-art facilities. However, good luck trying to actually use them! Paying for a membership is akin to buying a ticket to a show that's never scheduled to start. The sheer lack of accountability and consideration for their customers is astounding. It's as if they've mastered the art of disappointing without apology. Save yourself the frustration and opt for a gym that values its members and actually bothers to open its doors when it claims to. This establishment is a textbook example of how not to run a gym.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Steve A. 7 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    Schedule on website is so unreliable and inaccurate. Every time I come for an adult activity there is always something going on instead. The gym in quest is a perfect example of inconsistency and frustration.


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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