NYC pools, on a budget; possible?

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I’m in NYC through the first of March and am desperately looking for an economical pool with semi-flexible hours. I’ve been going to Riverbank ($2, woo-hoo), but making it during their brief hours is difficult. I’ve been searching the internet and calling around but everything seems to be in the $25-$50 range for a day pass (which is a little steep for my budget). Are there any pools in the $10 range that have more flexible hours than Riverbank? Thanks!

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Check out the Vanderbilt YMCA in Midtown. I think it’s on East 47th. It may be an option.

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Yeah, a big budget. Do the Asphalt Green membership for pool only. Why do people keep asking about NYC pools and not consider this option?

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It would cost you $75 total to join the city gyms, it’s a year-long membership. There are several pools throughout the city. (Chelsea, West Village, way east 23rd St., a few others…) If you’re here for a month, and swim a few times a week, it might be worth it if you are willing to spend the money. (As opposed to 10/25 per day!)

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the best way is probably a city parks pass You may want to talk to individual YMCAs and see what they can do for you. some are really nice especially if you go to a Y in your home town.

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You may want to check out Ballys on West 50th at World Wide Plaza. It isn’t the cleanest place, but it’s a 25 meter pool and you may be able to get a free guest pass for a few weeks.

And oh…people don’t always recommend Asphalt Green because a) It’s on the expensive side and b) pool schedules

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NYC Parks and Rec is the most economical and several locations:

http://www.nycgovparks.org/facilities/pools
Indoor Pools: Open Year-round 59th StreetWest 59th St Rec Ctr & Pool
W. 59th Street between Tenth and Eleventh Avenues
Type: Intermediate
(212) 397-3159
Dimensions: 60’ x 35’ x 8’
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http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_files/uploaded_content/park_rules_images/image-16931.gif Asser LevyAsser Levy Recreation Center
Asser Levy Place and E. 23rd Street
Type: Intermediate
(212) 447-2020
Dimensions: 66’ x 26’ x 8’
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http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_files/uploaded_content/park_rules_images/image-16931.gif ChelseaChelsea Recreation Center
West 25th St. between 9th & 10th Aves
Type: Intermediate
(212) 255-3705
Dimensions: 75’ x 43’ x 10’
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http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_files/uploaded_content/park_rules_images/image-16931.gif HansboroughHansborough Pool
134th St. between Fifth & Lenox Aves.
Type: Intermediate
(212) 234-9603
Dimensions: 75’ x 35’ x 9’
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http://www.nycgovparks.org/common_files/uploaded_content/park_rules_images/image-16931.gif Recreation Center 54Recreation Center Fifty-Four
E. 54th St. bet. First and Second Aves.
Type: Intermediate
(212) 397-3154
Dimensions: 54’ x 50’ x 12’
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Tony DapolitoCarmine Recreation Center
Clarkson St. and Seventh Ave. South
Type: Intermediate
(212) 242-5228
Dimensions: 70’ x 21’ x 8’
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Here is a link to the new pool at Flushing Meadows . It’s a short ride from midtown on the #7 train.

http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_about/parks_divisions/capital/parks/flushing_meadows_corona_park_pool_rink.html