Lots of lawn areas , a good bit of it is shaded by big trees along the perimeter. Picnic tables…read moreand park grills . There's a hugh softball /baseball field towards the back. Big bathrooms , could be a bit cleaner. The women's bathroom was temporarily closed when I went so I made my hubby escort me to the men's . There's a tiny book library at the entrance of the park, perfect for borrowing one and laying under the trees for a read.

On a cold winter weekend, my commute from here to Queens on two buses and a train came a total of 2…read morehours. Why would I do such a thing? Because the Parks Department holds a bunch of free classes and events all over this city, and some of the really cool ones are in its more remote locations! I signed up for a compass reading and orienteering class. I was the only one who showed up, so I got a private ranger led tour of the park by two handsome bearded park rangers, Teddy and Patrick. You're freaking missing out! You can sign up for a by-borough weekly newsletter from the Parks Department about these tours and classes (like camp cooking, fire making, tree identification, etc.). I can see why this park doesn't do it for some people, but I'm going to share why I love it. For one thing, it packs a lot into a small space. A skate park, two large playgrounds, a bike/jogging lane, multiple ball fields and basketball courts, the largest series of workout stations I've ever seen (including some that are handicap accessible- in fact the whole park is), clean bathrooms, more trash cans than I've seen in any park, and a more wild area that leads off to a beach where you get a wide expanse of water and sky. If you close your eyes, the din of cars on the Belt Parkway almost sounds like waves. Other than that, the planes are all you hear, but the remoteness is still worth experiencing even with those city sounds. For another, the park contains marshland that helps protect NYC from flooding during storms. Much like New Orleans, we need this land too, even though a lot of people don't think of swampy places with much fondness. The restoration of this site honors the land for what it is and the job it's doing, and has paths around the marshland so you can see the wildlife that thrive there. We saw geese, crows, sparrows, ducks, a praying mantis nest, oak trees, Kentucky Coffee trees, Hawthorne trees (they look like Christmas holly!), and something I kept calling "pink lemonade trees" because apparently that's what their berries taste like. Finally, it's quiet, at least in the cold. All afternoon on a Saturday, the skate park was the most active place. The playgrounds and ball fields were quiet, a few dog walkers and roller bladers here and there but for the most part I had the place to myself. In the summer I hear a lot of people come out to BBQ. The whole neighborhood was quiet, very family oriented. Get out and explore your city! :)

You have seen this rink on television and/or in movies many times. It is smaller than you think…read moreand it gets very crowded. (Just FYI, the rink at Bryant Park is easily three times as large and half as crowded.) Make sure to make a reservation online ahead of time. The rental skates were, thankfully, in very good condition. The ice also stayed in good shape, probably because it was so cold outside. I enjoyed the experience but it's a one and done.

Great place to visit at least once for the experience. Skating in the middle of the city with all…read morethe lights around makes it feel very iconic and special. It can get crowded, but overall it's worth stopping by if you're the city.

Great rec center for the community. I joined this location so that I can utilize the pool and the…read morelocation closes to me pool is under renovation. Membership fee is very affordable and be paid annually or semi annually. Sign up is very easy. Staff is friendly. There are a full program of activities that you can find the schedule online. There are different classes and pool times for free swim. I am here mainly for the swim but I have taken yoga class here and enjoyed it. There is a workout room, cardio machines, a dance studio and a gym. There are also music classes. Many activities for children and adults. The locker room is okay; it's at the basic level of clean. No frills, just bring everything that you need. I do wish there were more lap swim hours but outside of that I do not have complaints on the facility.

Very friendly staff, however, due to no fault of their own possibly, the cardio equipment is about…read more95% inoperable. I have contacted 311 on numerous occasions, I just sent a letter to Darlene Mealy's office. I hope this is rectified.

Haven't been to Domino Park in a long time but glad it's iceskating season. The rink is small but…read morenot overly crowded. I have my own skates so didnf have go rent. You cannot bring bags on to the ice so I just it left mines briefly on to the side. There is a lot of seating around the area. There are also lockers available. If you need the restroom, use it before you put on your skates. The restroom is located across the street in another building. Also, it's always colder by the water so dress warmly. There was no time limit so you can skate to your heart's content. It was a lovely day. Even walked back over the bridge back into the city. Had a great time.

I came here with my friend on a Monday afternoon. We came right when the rink opened at 2:30pm. It…read morewasn't super crowded at first, but it did fill up. Including skate rental, we each paid around $35, which didn't feel so bad. It's a fairly small rink but the view is incredible. I would definitely come back!

This is considered a local park for me that I don't come to as regularly as I used to. The track is…read moreperfect to get a couple of miles in. There's a basketball court, swings, and monkey bars. I enjoy how spacious the entire park is. The park is well maintained; barely any trash on the ground. The people in the park seem happy, productive, and are positive whenever I come here. I'm looking forward to experiencing a free concert here sometime during the summer.

Coaching in the Dunkers Delight Basketball Tournament, wingate field is dope. Has a weight room…read morearea, three basketball courts, a track and a full field. Many people out here smoking weed but that is normal in NY. They sometimes have vendors selling food and drinks if you need something (cash only)

A great little neighborhood oasis for recreation, with a superb playground, basketball courts, a…read moregiant soccer field, restrooms and plenty of benches with shade. The only downside are the drug dealers and the motocross daredevils poppin' wheelies up and down Putnam Avenue. Hopefully it'll change in the near future.

We had two gymnasts from Cincinnati that wanted to get a practice session in while on vacation. The…read moreStaff at Gotham Gymnastics was fantastic. They greeted the girls and gave them instruction just like a normal session. After the session they took pictures and thanked them for coming in. Really a class act. Thank You Gotham.

The instructors at Gotham are truly amazing. They create such a positive, supportive atmosphere…read morethat makes every visit special. My child absolutely loves it here--gymnastics has quickly become her favorite thing, and it's all she talks about! We couldn't be happier with our experience.

New facility , opened just a few months ago. Much need in this community…read more We like exploring all of the rec centers out membership covers and especially the ones with swimming pools. Fully staffed on a Sunday and the workers were very welcoming and helpful. The pool here is spectacular. (Photos while patrons are in the pool ate strictly prohibited) so I was able to grab one quick pic before swimming classes started. Lockers are the more modern type with codes so you don't have e to bting a lock like some older rec centers require. Family bathroom/change rooms so parents with little ones can assist is a plus. Gym equipment was plentiful at the time we visited. I like the indoor walking track. Full calendar of events from dance, workouts, swim lessons etc . You're bound to find something to interest you. Media rooms and after school activities for kids. Indoor basketball court. Facility indoors and out very clean. It's new and I hope they upkeep this building. There's no car parking lot so street parking is the only option. Bike parking available Trains and buses are very close by so that's a plus. My favorite thing about NYC Park rec centers is membership cost- Free for kids and young adults up to 25 years and the very affordable rates for adults and seniors. Membership includes all centers in NYC .

Meet Brooklyn's newest rec center. It's bright, shiny, has several floors, a pool, gym, basketball…read morecourt, workout classes, media classes. It is truly a place for the community, adults and kids. Online you can find the schedule that is regularly updated weekly. Membership is $75 for 6 months and $150 for the year. This will also allow you to use the other rec centers around the city as well.