1 / 2Sharpe James/Kenneth A. Gibson (Ironbound) Recreation Center
📍 Newark, NY
Community recreation center offering both swimming pools and ice skating with free entry and clean facilities. Popular with families seeking budget-friendly aquatic activities.
Beautiful facility with sufficient staff to accommodate. Lifeguards on duty are very respectful. Nothing to complain about. I’m thankful for a clean, safe, affordable means to exercise in. Ironbound Lap Swimming Grandma ❤️❤️❤️
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families seeking an affordable swimming option with good supervision, though be prepared for potential temperature and maintenance issues. The facility offers both pool and ice rink activities, making it versatile for different interests. However, recent fee changes may impact accessibility for larger families on tight budgets.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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June Ferguson
7 years ago
“Beautiful facility with sufficient staff to accommodate. Lifeguards on duty are very respectful. Nothing to complain about. I’m thankful for a clean, safe, affordable means to exercise in. Ironbound Lap Swimming Grandma ❤️❤️❤️”
Deb Malcolm
2 years ago
“Had a great time! The staff was so friendly and helpful! Facility is clean and well taken care of 10 out of 10 experience”
Silvia Portovedo
4 years ago
“The pool is very good, but the water is very cold. The first floor have a very good temperature, But the 2nd floor the pool area , the bathrooms is very cold. The bathrooms and showers area need a Good Clean, no toilet paper, no hand soap . Is difficulty to see a very good pool, and empty, or 2 or 3 person in the morning, I think someone need to see Why”
dylan parra
2 years ago
“The ice rink had terrible customer service. With one of the employees not letting me switch out my skates after they were too big. The Rink’s extra ice shavings do not seem to be cleared. The ice is bumpy ,textured, and does not let you slide smoothly. The skates fit your ankle very good but do not fit your foot no matter how much you size down. The laces are knotted and are not even laced throughout the shoe properly. The blades are thick and not sharp enough to even grip and slide on the ice. The only thing i would recommend about this place is it has a big rink and is free to visit.”
Reviews from Google
Overview
The Sharpe James/Kenneth A. Gibson Recreation Center features indoor swimming pools and an ice skating rink with pram-friendly access and free entry. The facility offers supervised swimming sessions and skating activities for all ages, with staff assistance available for families.
