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Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center

πŸ“ Manhattan, NY

β˜…4.2(298 Google reviews)πŸ‘ΆAll ages

Manhattan recreation center with affordable memberships, warm pool, and fitness classes. Best for families with older kids who can handle strict pool rules during open swim sessions.

βœ“ Affordable membershipβœ“ Warm pool waterβœ“ Clean facilities
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β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Featured review by Big web 45

Came here last week with some of my friends. They r all really cute twinks and as a guy I absolutely love swimming with other guys shirtless. We got here and did my favorite thing which was getting changed in the locker room. I love watching my friends all shirtless hot guys get changed. We went swimming in the pool and had a hell of a great time . We saw the pool drains in the deep end and got really nervous and scared. They were CREEPY! I swore they were gonna suck us down into the backrooms. Yea we stayed away from them because they were soooky . The staff here was really friendly and accepting of us super gay slay queens. We will most definitely be returning here as the pool water was warm and the facility was super clean . Below is pics of the creepy drains as well as me and the boys hanging out shirtless together.

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

This recreation center offers excellent value with affordable memberships and good facilities, but families should be prepared for potentially unwelcoming staff during open swim sessions. Best suited for older children and teens who can handle strict pool rules, rather than families with young kids seeking a relaxed swimming experience.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Bring a lock - required for all swimmers even if not using lockers
⏰Membership is $75 for 6 months including gym and pool access
🎟️Staff can be strict about rules during family open swim times
πŸš—Morning front desk staff are reportedly more helpful than pool staff

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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4.2
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298 Google reviews

Staff attitude issues60%
Clean facilities40%
Good value membership40%
Unwelcoming to families40%
Quality pool and classes40%
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Big web 45

10 months ago

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β€œCame here last week with some of my friends. They r all really cute twinks and as a guy I absolutely love swimming with other guys shirtless. We got here and did my favorite thing which was getting changed in the locker room. I love watching my friends all shirtless hot guys get changed. We went swimming in the pool and had a hell of a great time . We saw the pool drains in the deep end and got really nervous and scared. They were CREEPY! I swore they were gonna suck us down into the backrooms. Yea we stayed away from them because they were soooky . The staff here was really friendly and accepting of us super gay slay queens. We will most definitely be returning here as the pool water was warm and the facility was super clean . Below is pics of the creepy drains as well as me and the boys hanging out shirtless together.”

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Eli

2 months ago

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β€œVery nice morning staff the lady and gentleman in the front . They always answer the phone when I call . They helped me sign up for a membership. $75 for 6 months is great with gym and pool access.”

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Leore Lavin

5 months ago

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β€œExcellent local rec center. Enjoy the classes (esp instructor Kwame!), accessible to all levels. Would love more cardio equipment - there are 4-5 treadmills, often all are in use. Pool lovely.”

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Melissa Spare

2 months ago

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β€œVery nice rec center. Unfortunately it’s not a very welcoming place. Some of the staff isn’t so nice. Don’t bring your children to the open swim for all ages. They basically kicked us out. Massive amount of rules that they seem to make up as they please.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center offers indoor swimming facilities with warm pools, fitness classes, and affordable membership options. The center provides changing rooms and pram access, making it accessible for families. Parents note the good value and facilities but recommend it more for older children due to strict pool rules during family swim times.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Tuesday07:00 – 20:00
Wednesday07:00 – 20:00
Thursday07:00 – 20:00
Friday07:00 – 20:00
Saturday07:00 – 20:00
Sunday08:00 – 16:00

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