Swimming Pools In The Bronx

The pool and beach is a great place to beat the heat and enjoy the great outdoors. To be safe, while having fun always take precautions. For starters, learn to swim. Swimming is an important personal safety skill and a great way to stay in shape. Call 311 or click here for the NYC Parks Dept Swim Programs page to learn about their Free Learn to Swim program. You should only swim when lifeguards are present. Lifeguards are there for your protection. Follow their directions and all rules. If possible, swim with a friend. Drowning often involves single swimmers. A friend can signal for help if a problem develops. Only swim when you're sober. Alcohol impairs swimming ability and is a major factor in drowning. Lastly, always supervise your children. Watch them closely even when lifeguards are present.

POOL LOCATIONS
Bronx River Playground 174th St Playground E. 174th Street & Bronx River Avenue Type: Mini (718) 378-1597 Dimensions: 40' x 20' x 3'	Claremont Claremont Park 170th Street and Clay Avenue Type: Intermediate (718) 901-4792 Dimensions: 75' x 60' x 3.5'	Crotona Crotona Park 173rd Street and Fulton Avenue Type: Olympic (718) 822-4440 Dimensions: 330' x 120' x 4'
Edenwald Houses Edenwald Playground Schieffelin Avenue & E. 229th Street Type: Mini (718) 515-2160 Dimensions: 40' x 20' x 3'	Haffen Haffen Park Ely and Burke Avenues Type: Intermediate/Wading (718) 379-2908 Dimensions: 75' x 60' x 3.5'	Mapes Mapes Ballfields E. 180th Street between Mapes & Prospect Avenues Type: Intermediate/Wading (718) 364-8876 Dimensions: 75' x 60' x 3.5'
Mullaly Mullaly Park E. 164th St. bet. Jerome & River Aves. Type: Intermediate/Waden (718) 538-7083 Dimensions: 75' x 60' x 3.5'	St. Mary's Indoor Pool St Mary's Park St. Ann's Avenue and E. 145th Street Type: Intermediate (718) 402-5157 Dimensions: 72' x 39' x 9'	Van Cortlandt Van Cortlandt Park W. 242nd St. and Broadway Type: Intermediate/Wading (718) 548-2415 Dimensions: 164' x 104' x 3.6'
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NYC Dept of Parks & Recreation Pool Rules

Below are the NYC of Dept of Parks and Recreation rules that govern the outdoor pools that are located in New York. These rules are given for everybody's safety, health and protection.

Bathing suits must be worn on the deck and in the water. Men's bathing suits must have mesh linings. Hats may be worn on the deck for sun protection but are not allowed in the water. Plain white T-shirts may be worn over bathing suits if desired. Sneakers are not permitted. Rubber flip flops or water shoes are permitted.



* No urinating or defecating in the pools.

* Children under 16 must be at least eight inches taller than the maximum water depth to enter the pool without adult supervision. Specific height requirements are posted at every pool.

* No person will be permitted in the pool having: skin lesions, sores, or inflamed eyes, mouth, nose, or ear discharge, carrying communicable disease or having any type of bandage, adhesive tape, etc., on their body.

* All bathers must take a shower in the locker room before entering the pool.

* Patrons must provide and use their own padlock. No responsibility is assumed for lost articles. A standard master or combination lock is recommended. Small luggage locks are not permitted.

* The use of swimming aids, water toys, and flotation devices is prohibited.

* Electronic equipment, including radios, cameras, and cellular phones, is not allowed on pool deck. Eating or drinking is permitted only in designated areas. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.

* Beach chairs, baby strollers, bags, blankets, or beach balls are not permitted on the pool deck. We will make our best effort to secure strollers.

* Follow the directives of lifeguards, Parks staff, and the police.

* Ball playing, running, jumping, using profane language or other forms of disruptive and disorderly behavior are prohibited.

* No diving, except in designated areas.

* No smoking, pets, or glass bottles permitted.

* Books and bound periodicals are permitted on the pool deck. Newspapers are not.

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Source: http://www.nycgovparks.org

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