Community Center

Molly Heron is a yoga therapist certified by Integral Yoga Institute, New York. She’s been teaching at Battery Park for 25 years. Since 1997, Molly has taught Hatha Yoga, meditation, stress management, and therapeutic yoga. She welcomes people of all ages, body types, and levels of fitness. The balanced listening experienced through yoga practice can lead to a life of less stress and greater peace of mind. Molly’s goal is for her students to feel good at the end of a class because of the effects of yoga.

With over 15 years of teaching experience, Jeremy has worked with swimmers of all ages and skill levels. From beginners learning their first float to advanced swimmers perfecting their technique, Jeremy is dedicated to helping everyone reach their personal goals. As a WSI (Water Safety Instructor) certified Instructor, he is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and supportive learning environment for all swimmers.

1. Classes
   1. Adult Beginners
      1. Requirements- comfortable being in the water (not clinging onto the wall), able to hold their breath underwater for 5-10 seconds
      2. Lesson Outcomes- side breathing, freestyle arms with at least 2 breaths (without stopping or using a board), front kicking, freestyle combining both arms and kicking (able to swim to the middle unassisted), back kicking
   2. Adult Intermediate
      1. Requirements- freestyle using both arms and kicking (must show side breathing), back kicking, comfortable in deep water
      2. Lesson Outcomes- a further refinement of freestyle (not swinging arms in a circular motion or lunging out to breath), back kicking while maintaining a streamline position (not shaking/using shoulders to kick), backstroke arms, backstroke using both arms and kicking, breaststroke kick. breaststroke using both arms and kick
   3. Adult Advanced
      1. Requirements- freestyle using both arms and kicking (must show side breathing and proper arm motion), backstroke (at least to the middle of the pool) breaststroke (make sure to glide in between strokes) comfortable in deep water.
      2. Lesson Outcomes- diving from sitting, kneeling, and standing position, treading using breaststroke kicks, dolphin kick, butterfly arms, combining butterfly arms and kick, freestyle and backstroke flip turns (optional)
   4. Adult Masters

1. 1. 1. Requirements- Freestyle (must demonstrate good breathing and proper arm motion), backstroke (must demonstrate good streamline and proper arm motion), breaststroke (must demonstrate proper technique and gliding), butterfly (arms must glide over the water when recovering and dolphin kick), comfortable in deep water
2. Notes:
   1. To sign up for swimming lessons an active membership and a swim evaluation are required. Evaluations are conducted in person on a first come, first served basis, and are offered periodically though out the year.

Paul has been a trainer for 10 years, teaching students of all ages, kids to adults. Former amateur boxer, and NY Golden Gloves silver medalist. 

Boxing is an ideal option to reenergize, improve cardiovascular fitness, and change your fitness routine. The biomechanics of the sport require you to develop power from the legs up, making for a great total body workout! The class focuses on the fundamentals of boxing along with cardiovascular fitness.

Alex Hing is a 6th generation master in the Yang style tai chi chuan lineage. He has been teaching this gentle martial art, that he learned from Grandmaster William CC Chen, at Battery Park City continuously for over 25 years. He has competed nationally and internationally, winning awards in forms, push hands, and free fighting. Tai chi practice has legendary health and philosophical benefits that can enrich one’s life while having fun through the cultivation of qi, the powerful energy of life that connects us with heaven and earth. Build your muscle and strength, improve flexibility, and balance, and increase aerobic conditioning. Tai Chi results in strength and focuses on the body and mind.

Three courts are available for badminton play for all levels. This Open- Play session is a casual, drop-in opportunity for players of all skill levels to come together and play badminton, with a focus on court sharing and rotational play

This Open- Play session is a casual, drop-in opportunity for players of all skill levels to come together and play basketball, with a focus on court sharing and rotational play. Basketball can help improve physical fitness, coordination, and teamwork skills in a fun and social setting.

Donna Garcia is an energetic and enthusiastic Instructor with over 12 years’ experience. She has been sharing her passion for fitness and overall wellbeing with the BPCA Community since 2018. When she found Zumba & Stretching/Strength training, she fell in love with it & wanted to share it with others. Donna enjoys working with individuals of all fitness levels to improve strength and maximize health. She is licensed to teach various Zumba classes and further her fitness knowledge with International Sports Science Association (ISSA) in becoming a Wellness Coach. You will get the chance to socialize and jam out to good music as well as concentrate on Ab work that can be done in a chair or on a mat. It is a party to attend.

2 leg press, 2 Treadmill, 1 Elliptical, 1 Leg curl/extension, 2 Stair climber and more.

1. Pool Dimension: Dedicated lap swimming pool that measures 75″ x 45″, with a 4″ shallow end, and a 12″ deep end.
2. Lap Swimming: Fall/Winter/Spring Hours: Monday – Friday* : 7pm – 9:45pm (6 lanes), (4* lanes) on Friday evenings. Saturday – Sunday: Lap swimming (4 lanes) 1pm – 5pm, (6 lanes) 5pm – 8:45pm.
3. Open Swim: Fall/Winter/Spring Hours: Friday: 7pm – 9:45pm, Saturday & Sunday: 1pm – 5pm
4. Lap Swimming: Summer Hours: Monday – Friday: 3pm – 7pm (4 lanes). 7pm – 8:45pm (6 lanes)
5. Open Swim: SummerHours: Monday – Friday: 3pm – 7pm. Saturday & Sunday: 10am – 2pm

Notes:

1. *Swim caps are mandatory
2. *No using the diving board
3. *No outside bags or clothes, allow on the pool deck only towel, plastic/metal water bottle
4. *Appropriate swim wear required