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Center Schedule

indicates the program does not require center membership

Monday
5/26
Tuesday
5/27
Wednesday
5/28
Thursday
5/29
Friday
5/30
Saturday
5/31
Sunday
6/1

Building Hours
Closed

Memorial Day

Recreation Centers will be closed.

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

6:00 a - 10:00 p
MC Open wieght room and Cardio Room
McCarren Play Center

MC Open wieght room and Cardio Room

McCarren Play Center

Open access to Weight room and Cardio room

Ages: Everyone

6:00 a - 9:00 a
MC Adult Basketball
Gymnasium

MC Adult Basketball

Gymnasium

Come by and play against fellow members and enjoy a friendly game of baskeball

Ages: Adult, Senior

9:00 a - 11:00 a
MC Mommy & Me exercise and playtime
Gymnasium

MC Mommy & Me exercise and playtime

Gymnasium

Mommy and Me time that will engage youths and parents in exercises, story time and Scooter racing

Instructor: Lillie Ballard

Ages: Preschool, Child

10:30 a - 11:30 a
Taekwondo with Nash (Adult)
Multi-Use Room A

Taekwondo with Nash (Adult)

Multi-Use Room A

Karate Class with Nash temporarily using McCarren to train

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 2:00 p
MC Adult Pickleball
Gymnasium

MC Adult Pickleball

Gymnasium

Join the popular sport of pickleball. Compete with other members in open games and increase your skills.

Instructor: Nathan Keitt

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 1:00 p
MC Step in the name of Love
Multi-Use Room A

MC Step in the name of Love

Multi-Use Room A

This is step fitness class for beginners to improve health and wellness, using step platforms and music to keep the body pumping as well as getting in shape.

Instructor: Lillie Ballard

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:00 p - 4:00 p
MC Youth Open Basketball
Gymnasium

MC Youth Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Open Access to Members under 18 years old

Ages: Child, Teen

3:00 p - 4:00 p
MC Core of Steel
Multi-Use Room A

MC Core of Steel

Multi-Use Room A

This program will be focused on breaking down and building a CORE OF STEEL!!! we will be growing together in the path of learning the importance of mid section.

Instructor: Michael Perez

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:00 p - 6:00 p
MC Community Strength Builder Teens
McCarren Play Center

MC Community Strength Builder Teens

McCarren Play Center

This program helps teen members with there own workout programs and giving new workout ideas, motivating members with music and encouragement as well as helping with dietary questions.

Instructor: Michael Perez

Ages: Child, Teen

4:00 p - 5:00 p
Tots Art with Ashley
Multi-Use Room C

Tots Art with Ashley

Multi-Use Room C

Finger painting class for toddlers ages 1-3.The class will help the tots explore, learn and develop through sensory play. The class will introduce them to texture, color and patterns.

Instructor: Ashley Best

Ages: Everyone

4:30 p - 5:30 p
MC Hoops with Coach Mauricio
Gymnasium

MC Hoops with Coach Mauricio

Gymnasium

Hoops with Coach Mauricio aims to help young players reach their full potential on and off the court. Led by Coach Mauricio, the program teaches essential basketball skills, builds confidence, and fosters a love for the game

Instructor: Mauricio Cortez Jr.

Ages: Child

4:30 p - 5:30 p
Taekwondo with Nash
Multi-Use Room A

Taekwondo with Nash

Multi-Use Room A

Karate Class with Nash temporarily using McCarren to train

Ages: Child, Teen

5:30 p - 7:00 p
MC Vine's Point Guard Academy
Gymnasium

MC Vine's Point Guard Academy

Gymnasium

Teens will have the ability to come in and get advanced skill training to become a better point guard. Kids will be able to learn how to make better and proper reads as a point guard that includes different kinds of finishing around the rim, footwork, different dribble combinations, and shot creating with a All-conference college point guard

Instructor: Devine Chisholm

Ages: Child, Teen

6:00 p - 7:00 p
MC HIIT
Multi-Use Room C

MC HIIT

Multi-Use Room C

This programs will be mixing cardiovascular training, strength training, core and more all together in a high interval intensity training style to help improve lung performance and overall strength.

Instructor: Michael Perez

Ages: Adult, Senior

7:00 p - 10:00 p
MC Open Adult Basketball
Gymnasium

MC Open Adult Basketball

Gymnasium

Open court basketball for adults that want to just play a casual game or to challenge fellow members in a variety of different games whether it be o1 on 1 or full court.

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

6:00 a - 10:00 p
MC Open wieght room and Cardio Room
McCarren Play Center

MC Open wieght room and Cardio Room

McCarren Play Center

Open access to Weight room and Cardio room

Ages: Everyone

6:00 a - 9:00 a
MC Adult Basketball
Gymnasium

MC Adult Basketball

Gymnasium

Come by and play against fellow members and enjoy a friendly game of baskeball

Ages: Adult, Senior

9:00 a - 11:00 a
MC Mommy & Me exercise and playtime
Gymnasium

MC Mommy & Me exercise and playtime

Gymnasium

Mommy and Me time that will engage youths and parents in exercises, story time and Scooter racing

Instructor: Lillie Ballard

Ages: Preschool, Child

11:30 a - 12:15 p
MC Early Bird Wam-ups
Multi-Use Room A

MC Early Bird Wam-ups

Multi-Use Room A

This 30-minute low-impact full-body dynamic warm-up class is designed for all ages and fitness levels, focusing on injury prevention and optimal performance.

Instructor: Michael Perez

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 2:00 p
MC Adult Beginner's Pickleball
Gymnasium

MC Adult Beginner's Pickleball

Gymnasium

Come learn or get better with our beginner's day for pickleball. It is never too late to enjoy the growing new sport of Pickleball!!

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 1:00 p
MC Step in the name of Love
Multi-Use Room A

MC Step in the name of Love

Multi-Use Room A

This is step fitness class for beginners to improve health and wellness, using step platforms and music to keep the body pumping as well as getting in shape.

Instructor: Lillie Ballard

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:00 p - 5:30 p
MC Youth Open Basketball
Gymnasium

MC Youth Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Open Access to Members under 18 years old

Ages: Child, Teen

2:00 p - 3:00 p
MC Body Weight Circuit
Multi-Use Room A

MC Body Weight Circuit

Multi-Use Room A

45min body weight circuit class designed to challenge your ability to master your own body. class is built with mobility, warm up, workout, cool down and stretch.

Instructor: Michael Perez

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:00 p - 6:00 p
MC Community Strength Builder Teens
McCarren Play Center

MC Community Strength Builder Teens

McCarren Play Center

This program helps teen members with there own workout programs and giving new workout ideas, motivating members with music and encouragement as well as helping with dietary questions.

Instructor: Michael Perez

Ages: Child, Teen

5:00 p - 6:00 p
MC Body Weight Circuit Teens
Multi-Use Room A

MC Body Weight Circuit Teens

Multi-Use Room A

45min body weight circuit class designed to challenge your ability to master your own body. class is built with mobility, warm up, workout, cool down and stretch.

Instructor: Devine Chisholm

Ages: Teen

5:30 p - 7:00 p
MC Vine's Point Guard Academy
Gymnasium

MC Vine's Point Guard Academy

Gymnasium

Teens will have the ability to come in and get advanced skill training to become a better point guard. Kids will be able to learn how to make better and proper reads as a point guard that includes different kinds of finishing around the rim, footwork, different dribble combinations, and shot creating with a All-conference college point guard

Instructor: Devine Chisholm

Ages: Child, Teen

5:30 p - 7:00 p
MC Small Threadz Kidz
Multi-Use Room D

MC Small Threadz Kidz

Multi-Use Room D

Our fashion design class for the youth provide an immersive experience in the world of design and style. We empower young minds to express themselves through fabric.

Instructor: Jovan Smith

Ages: Child

7:00 p - 10:00 p
MC Adult Volleyball
Gymnasium

MC Adult Volleyball

Gymnasium

Adult Volleyball

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

6:00 a - 10:00 p
MC Open wieght room and Cardio Room
McCarren Play Center

MC Open wieght room and Cardio Room

McCarren Play Center

Open access to Weight room and Cardio room

Ages: Everyone

6:00 a - 9:00 a
MC Adult Basketball
Gymnasium

MC Adult Basketball

Gymnasium

Come by and play against fellow members and enjoy a friendly game of baskeball

Ages: Adult, Senior

9:00 a - 11:00 a
MC Mommy & Me exercise and playtime
Gymnasium

MC Mommy & Me exercise and playtime

Gymnasium

Mommy and Me time that will engage youths and parents in exercises, story time and Scooter racing

Instructor: Lillie Ballard

Ages: Preschool, Child

10:30 a - 11:30 a
Taekwondo with Nash (Adult)
Multi-Use Room A

Taekwondo with Nash (Adult)

Multi-Use Room A

Karate Class with Nash temporarily using McCarren to train

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 2:00 p
MC Adult Pickleball
Gymnasium

MC Adult Pickleball

Gymnasium

Join the popular sport of pickleball. Compete with other members in open games and increase your skills.

Instructor: Nathan Keitt

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 1:00 p
MC Step in the name of Love
Multi-Use Room A

MC Step in the name of Love

Multi-Use Room A

This is step fitness class for beginners to improve health and wellness, using step platforms and music to keep the body pumping as well as getting in shape.

Instructor: Lillie Ballard

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:00 p - 5:30 p
MC Youth Open Basketball
Gymnasium

MC Youth Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Open Access to Members under 18 years old

Ages: Child, Teen

3:00 p - 4:00 p
MC Core of Steel
Multi-Use Room A

MC Core of Steel

Multi-Use Room A

This program will be focused on breaking down and building a CORE OF STEEL!!! we will be growing together in the path of learning the importance of mid section.

Instructor: Michael Perez

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:00 p - 6:00 p
MC Community Strength Builder Teens
McCarren Play Center

MC Community Strength Builder Teens

McCarren Play Center

This program helps teen members with there own workout programs and giving new workout ideas, motivating members with music and encouragement as well as helping with dietary questions.

Instructor: Michael Perez

Ages: Child, Teen

4:00 p - 5:00 p
Tots Art with Ashley
Multi-Use Room C

Tots Art with Ashley

Multi-Use Room C

Finger painting class for toddlers ages 1-3.The class will help the tots explore, learn and develop through sensory play. The class will introduce them to texture, color and patterns.

Instructor: Ashley Best

Ages: Everyone

4:30 p - 5:30 p
Taekwondo with Nash
Multi-Use Room A

Taekwondo with Nash

Multi-Use Room A

Karate Class with Nash temporarily using McCarren to train

Ages: Child, Teen

5:30 p - 7:00 p
Night of Champions
Multi-Use Room C

Night of Champions

Multi-Use Room C

This program is to see who really is skilled in video games, players will compete each week to see who will make it to the night of champions. one person will be crowned the champion at the end.

Ages: Child, Teen

5:30 p - 7:00 p
MC Vine's Point Guard Academy
Gymnasium

MC Vine's Point Guard Academy

Gymnasium

Teens will have the ability to come in and get advanced skill training to become a better point guard. Kids will be able to learn how to make better and proper reads as a point guard that includes different kinds of finishing around the rim, footwork, different dribble combinations, and shot creating with a All-conference college point guard

Instructor: Devine Chisholm

Ages: Child, Teen

6:00 p - 7:00 p
MC HIIT
Multi-Use Room A

MC HIIT

Multi-Use Room A

This programs will be mixing cardiovascular training, strength training, core and more all together in a high interval intensity training style to help improve lung performance and overall strength.

Instructor: Michael Perez

Ages: Adult, Senior

7:00 p - 10:00 p
MC Open Adult Basketball
Gymnasium

MC Open Adult Basketball

Gymnasium

Open court basketball for adults that want to just play a casual game or to challenge fellow members in a variety of different games whether it be o1 on 1 or full court.

Ages: Adult, Senior

7:00 p - 8:00 p
SharQui- The Bellydance Workout
Multi-Use Room A

SharQui- The Bellydance Workout

Multi-Use Room A

In a SharQui class, you’ll learn new moves and combinations in flow. You’ll gradually build up to more complex movements starting with the very basics! If you can walk in place, you can belly dance with SharQui. This class is taught to music with easy-to-follow steps that will surely get your heart pumping!

Instructor: Carol Henning

Intensity: Beginner / Low

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

6:00 a - 10:00 p
MC Open wieght room and Cardio Room
McCarren Play Center

MC Open wieght room and Cardio Room

McCarren Play Center

Open access to Weight room and Cardio room

Ages: Everyone

6:00 a - 9:00 a
MC Adult Basketball
Gymnasium

MC Adult Basketball

Gymnasium

Come by and play against fellow members and enjoy a friendly game of baskeball

Ages: Adult, Senior

9:00 a - 11:00 a
MC Mommy & Me exercise and playtime
Gymnasium

MC Mommy & Me exercise and playtime

Gymnasium

Mommy and Me time that will engage youths and parents in exercises, story time and Scooter racing

Instructor: Lillie Ballard

Ages: Preschool, Child

11:00 a - 12:00 p
MC Mom and Tots - Body weight circuit
Gymnasium

MC Mom and Tots - Body weight circuit

Gymnasium

45min body weight circuit class designed to challenge your ability to master your own body. class is built with mobility, warm up, workout, cool down and stretch.

Instructor: Michael Perez

Ages: Everyone

12:00 p - 2:00 p
MC Adult Pickleball
Gymnasium

MC Adult Pickleball

Gymnasium

Join the popular sport of pickleball. Compete with other members in open games and increase your skills.

Instructor: Nathan Keitt

Ages: Adult, Senior

1:00 p - 2:00 p
MC Gentle Hatha Yoga
Multi-Use Room A

MC Gentle Hatha Yoga

Multi-Use Room A

This program is based on centering, mobility, stretching and core.

Instructor: Michael Perez

Ages: Adult, Senior

2:00 p - 3:00 p
MC Youth Open Basketball
Gymnasium

MC Youth Open Basketball

Gymnasium

Open Access to Members under 18 years old

Ages: Child, Teen

3:00 p - 5:30 p
MC 4 vs 4 Teen Basketball
Gymnasium

MC 4 vs 4 Teen Basketball

Gymnasium

Competitive 4 versus 4 teenage pickup basketball. Get the chance to come and compete . 4 vs 4 eight minute running clock. First team to twelve points win and stay on.

Instructor: Devine Chisholm

Ages: Child, Teen

4:00 p - 6:00 p
MC Community Strength Builder Teens
McCarren Play Center

MC Community Strength Builder Teens

McCarren Play Center

This program helps teen members with there own workout programs and giving new workout ideas, motivating members with music and encouragement as well as helping with dietary questions.

Instructor: Michael Perez

Ages: Child, Teen

5:30 p - 7:00 p
MC Small Threadz Teens
Multi-Use Room C

MC Small Threadz Teens

Multi-Use Room C

Is your Child a budding fashionista? Our fashion design class for the youth provide an immersive experience in the world of design and style. We empower young minds to express themselves through fabric.

Ages: Child, Teen

7:00 p - 10:00 p
MC Adult Volleyball
Gymnasium

MC Adult Volleyball

Gymnasium

Adult Volleyball

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
8:00 a - 12:00 a

8:00 a - 4:00 p
MC Open wieght room and Cardio Room
McCarren Play Center

MC Open wieght room and Cardio Room

McCarren Play Center

Open access to Weight room and Cardio room

Ages: Everyone

8:00 a - 11:00 a
MC Early Morning Adult Basketball Run
Gymnasium

MC Early Morning Adult Basketball Run

Gymnasium

on 4 full court games! First come, first served teams are created on the sideline.
Come out, get active, and enjoy some good hoops to start your day!

Ages: Adult, Senior

8:00 a - 11:00 a
MC Adult Basketball
Gymnasium

MC Adult Basketball

Gymnasium

Come by and play against fellow members and enjoy a friendly game of baskeball

Ages: Adult, Senior

12:00 p - 2:00 p
TaeKwondo with Nash
Multi-Use Room A

TaeKwondo with Nash

Multi-Use Room A

Karate Class with Nash temporarily using McCarren to train

Ages: Everyone

2:00 p - 4:00 p
Keen Adaptive Basketball
Gymnasium
Accessible Facilities

Keen Adaptive Basketball

Gymnasium

Keen Adaptive basketball clinic

Ages: Child, Teen, Adult, Senior

Accessible Facilities
This program has been specifically adapted for people with disabilities.

4:00 p - 11:59 p
Saturday Night Lights at McCarren teens
McCarren Play Center
Accessible Facilities

Saturday Night Lights at McCarren teens

McCarren Play Center

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! The
following activities can be expected during Saturday Night Lights at
McCarren Play Center: basketball and access to the fitness and cardio rooms.

Ages: Child, Teen

Accessible Facilities
This program has been specifically adapted for people with disabilities.

Building Hours
Closed

Media Lab Schedule

indicates the program does not require center membership

Monday
5/26
Tuesday
5/27
Wednesday
5/28
Thursday
5/29
Friday
5/30
Saturday
5/31
Sunday
6/1

Building Hours
Closed

Memorial Day

Recreation Centers will be closed.

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

10:00 a - 2:00 p
Adult Open Access
Media Lab

Adult Open Access

Media Lab

Members 18 and older can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more.

Instructor: Sarah Skwira

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:00 a - 12:00 p
Content Creators
Media Lab

Content Creators

Media Lab

Take the platforms you usually use for fun and learn how to actually become a content creator by learning how to shoot, edit, and optimize your post results on social media platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok

Instructor: Dan Lowe

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:00 p - 6:00 p
Digital Media Club
Media Lab

Digital Media Club

Media Lab

Join a community of youth interested in making, thinking about, and pursuing a career in digital media production. You make the media and the rules. Help each other out, put on events, have fun!

Instructor: Dan Lowe

Ages: Child, Teen

6:00 p - 7:30 p
TechOpps Adobe Premiere Pro
Media Lab

TechOpps Adobe Premiere Pro

Media Lab

Prove your video editing skills by earning an industry-recognized certification for Adobe Premiere Pro, the industry-leading non-linear editing software for TV, film, and social sharing.

Please note: this is not an introductory or drop-in class. It is fast-paced and complex. Be prepared for a challenging and rewarding experience! Entry to this class is only available to those that have completed the TechOpps application and been contacted for placement.

For those interested in the next session, you can find more information here! Get certified and get noticed!"

Instructor: Dan Lowe

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

10:00 a - 2:00 p
Adult Open Access
Media Lab

Adult Open Access

Media Lab

Members 18 and older can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more.

Instructor: Sarah Skwira

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:00 a - 12:30 p
TechOpps Adobe Premiere Pro
Media Lab

TechOpps Adobe Premiere Pro

Media Lab

Prove your video editing skills by earning an industry-recognized certification for Adobe Premiere Pro, the industry-leading non-linear editing software for TV, film, and social sharing.

Please note: this is not an introductory or drop-in class. It is fast-paced and complex. Be prepared for a challenging and rewarding experience! Entry to this class is only available to those that have completed the TechOpps application and been contacted for placement.

For those interested in the next session, you can find more information here! Get certified and get noticed!"

Instructor: Dan Lowe

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:00 p - 6:00 p
Digital Media Club
Media Lab

Digital Media Club

Media Lab

Join a community of youth interested in making, thinking about, and pursuing a career in digital media production. You make the media and the rules. Help each other out, put on events, have fun!

Instructor: Dan Lowe

Ages: Child, Teen

6:00 p - 7:30 p
Speak Up! Podcasting Basics
Media Lab

Speak Up! Podcasting Basics

Media Lab

Learn how to create and produce your own podcast, a series of audio shows that can be played on portable audio devices.

Instructor: Dan Lowe

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

10:00 a - 2:00 p
Adult Open Access
Media Lab

Adult Open Access

Media Lab

Members 18 and older can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more.

Instructor: Sarah Skwira

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:00 a - 12:00 p
Content Creators
Media Lab

Content Creators

Media Lab

Take the platforms you usually use for fun and learn how to actually become a content creator by learning how to shoot, edit, and optimize your post results on social media platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok

Instructor: Dan Lowe

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:00 p - 6:00 p
Digital Media Club
Media Lab

Digital Media Club

Media Lab

Join a community of youth interested in making, thinking about, and pursuing a career in digital media production. You make the media and the rules. Help each other out, put on events, have fun!

Instructor: Dan Lowe

Ages: Child, Teen

6:00 p - 7:30 p
TechOpps Adobe Premiere Pro
Media Lab

TechOpps Adobe Premiere Pro

Media Lab

Prove your video editing skills by earning an industry-recognized certification for Adobe Premiere Pro, the industry-leading non-linear editing software for TV, film, and social sharing.

Please note: this is not an introductory or drop-in class. It is fast-paced and complex. Be prepared for a challenging and rewarding experience! Entry to this class is only available to those that have completed the TechOpps application and been contacted for placement.

For those interested in the next session, you can find more information here! Get certified and get noticed!"

Instructor: Dan Lowe

Ages: Adult, Senior

Building Hours
6:00 a - 10:00 p

10:00 a - 2:00 p
Adult Open Access
Media Lab

Adult Open Access

Media Lab

Members 18 and older can come to our media lab and use a computer for projects, research, email, recreation, and more.

Instructor: Sarah Skwira

Ages: Adult, Senior

11:00 a - 12:30 p
TechOpps Adobe Photoshop
Media Lab

TechOpps Adobe Photoshop

Media Lab

Adobe Photoshop is now considered a household name. Show your skills on the world’s most widely used digital imaging software by becoming an Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design.

Please note: this is not an introductory or drop-in class. It is fast-paced and complex. Be prepared for a challenging and rewarding experience! Entry to this class is only available to those that have completed the TechOpps application and been contacted for placement.

For those interested in the next session, you can find more information here! Get certified and get noticed!"
Please note: this is not an introductory or drop-in class. It is fast-paced and complex. Be prepared for a challenging and rewarding experience! Entry to this class is only available to those that have completed the TechOpps application and been contacted for placement.

For those interested in the next session, you can find more information here! Get certified and get noticed!"

Instructor: Dan Lowe

Ages: Adult, Senior

4:00 p - 6:00 p
Digital Media Club
Media Lab

Digital Media Club

Media Lab

Join a community of youth interested in making, thinking about, and pursuing a career in digital media production. You make the media and the rules. Help each other out, put on events, have fun!

Instructor: Dan Lowe

Ages: Child, Teen

Building Hours
8:00 a - 12:00 a

Building Hours
Closed