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St. James Recreation Center

📍 The Bronx, NY

★4.4(100 Google reviews)đŸ‘ļAll ages

Popular Bronx recreation center offering swimming pools, fitness classes including cycling and abs, plus Spanish lessons and art classes. Staff praised for being welcoming and knowledgeable.

✓ Welcoming staff✓ Variety of classes✓ All fitness levels
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★★★★★Featured review by Faridah Janan

The staff at this facility are all so very kind and caring. The classes held at this facility, such as the cycling, abs, stretch, Spanish class, etc., are all worth attending. I have lost 40 pounds within my seven months of attending this gym. I must say that I could not have done it alone, and I thank the staff and other attending members for all the support they have shown or shall I say WE SHOW ONE ANOTHER ON A DAILY BASIS. I look forward every day to the classes and seeing the kind and caring people who come there and those who work there. 🧕🏾

🏆 Family Action Verdict

This recreation center is ideal for families seeking a supportive fitness community with diverse programming including cycling, art classes, and Spanish lessons. The overwhelmingly positive feedback highlights exceptional staff and welcoming atmosphere, though parents should be aware of current operating hours and membership requirements for facility access.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Check current opening hours before visiting - some members request earlier opening times
⏰Membership is required for facility access, including basic amenities like restrooms
đŸŽŸī¸Classes include cycling (5 days/week), art, fitness, and Spanish language options
🚗Programs welcome all skill levels and ages

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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★★★★★

100 Google reviews

Friendly and helpful staff80%
Variety of fitness classes60%
Welcoming to all levels60%
Limited operating hours20%
Inflexible policies20%
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Faridah Janan

6 years ago

★★★★★

“The staff at this facility are all so very kind and caring. The classes held at this facility, such as the cycling, abs, stretch, Spanish class, etc., are all worth attending. I have lost 40 pounds within my seven months of attending this gym. I must say that I could not have done it alone, and I thank the staff and other attending members for all the support they have shown or shall I say WE SHOW ONE ANOTHER ON A DAILY BASIS. I look forward every day to the classes and seeing the kind and caring people who come there and those who work there. 🧕🏾”

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Barbara Lyne

a year ago

★★★★★

“The staff in the Recreation Center are beyond welcoming, knowledgeable and helpful. The resources offered truly enhance our neighborhood, and the classes (Art specifically) welcome all levels of engagement. I certainly recommend this neighborhood friendly place. 🌹”

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Sheroly Jones

7 years ago

★★★★★

“Center offers a variety of programs and fitness classes for all levels. Center also has a cycling studio and classes are conducted 5 days a week. Friendly members and welcoming staff.”

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BigPopPa Kenneth Bezear

a year ago

★★★★★

“It whould be nice if they can open maybe at 9 A. M please think about this. Thanks in advance”

Reviews from Google

Overview

St. James Recreation Center features swimming pools and a variety of fitness programming including cycling, abs, and stretch classes. The facility also offers art classes for all skill levels and Spanish lessons. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, knowledgeable staff and the center's role as a neighborhood resource, though membership is required for facility access including restrooms.

🕐 Opening Hours

Tuesday10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday10:00 – 18:00
Thursday10:00 – 18:00
Friday10:00 – 18:00
Saturday10:00 – 18:00
Sunday10:00 – 18:00

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