Aquatics Programs

Important things you need to know about Aquatics Programs:

All participants must have a valid NYU Athletics membership
ALL NYU students and non-students with active memberships can REGISTER (based on class capacity)
All participants MUST present a valid New York University ID upon entrance to the facility and class

Under 18 Yrs Old Participants

Interested participants who are under 18 years of age must submit this waiver completed by a parent or legal guardian.

Support for Students with Accessibility Needs:

The Moses Center for Student Accessibility and Inclusive Culture works with NYU students to determine and implement appropriate and reasonable accommodations as well as access available programs and resources to support equal access to your education.
To access services, you must connect directly with the Moses Center for your accessibility and inclusive needs at 212-998-4980 or via email at mosescsa@nyu.edu.

Explore the following tabs regarding aquatics programs.
55 minute classes
Prices for classes vary in cost (see ActiveNet registration platform for prices)
All classes held at either the Paulson Athletic Facility pool and the Palladium Athletic Facility Pool - your valid NYU ID card and class confirmation is mandatory to participate.
Class/Program Postponements and Cancelations can occur for the following reasons:
If a class or program is canceled, all registered participants will be contacted via email prior to the start of class.
Please be aware of the class schedules as the following can determine cancellations or postponements:
Facility Closure due to Maintenance
University closure
Closure due to inclement weather, unforeseen incidents, or observed holidays or breaks

Please be sure to check your emails for immediate updates, with additional avenues being via the class schedule (below) or our Instagram, opens in new tab.
Kira Keegstra, Recreation Coordinator for Aquatics and Fitness Programs
klk200@nyu.edu or campusrec@nyu.edu
Connect with us on all things Campus Recreation via our social media on Instagram and YouTube.

CURRENT CLASS OFFERINGS

New class schedule for Fall 2026 available on Monday, August 24th.

A Quarter Registration: Monday, September 7th @ 9am - Thursday, September 10th
First Class: Friday, September 11th

B Quarter Registration: Tuesday, October 20th @ 9am - Thursday, October 22nd
First Class: Friday, October 23rd

26-27 CLASS CALENDAR

FALL 2026 CHRONOLOGICAL

OTHER OPTIONS IN NYC

CURRENT SCHEDULE

Please see the following descriptions and prerequisites for our aquatics courses. Classes may vary per semester.
Prerequisite: Ability to swim two continuous lengths of the pool (50 yards) using the front crawl (freestyle) stroke with no time limit.
Deep Water running is a non impact form of running done in the deep end of the pool, while wearing a flotation belt. Recommended for those with injuries and athletes who are interested in adding a challenge to their cross training workout. Participants can work at their own pace.
Requirements: Bring a swimsuit, towel, goggles, and swim cap.
No Prior Experience Required
Learn (or review) the essentials of swimming including, flotation, kicking, treading, rotary breathing, and introduction to the 4 main strokes.
Requirements: Bring a swimsuit, towel, goggles, and swim cap.
Prerequisite: Completion of Swimming/Beginner or equal experience.
Learn how to rotary breathe develop your techniques in freestyle, backstroke and improve your stamina. A great class to prepare for a swim training regiment.
Requirements: Bring a swimsuit, towel, goggles, and swim cap.
Prerequisite: Completion of Swimming/Advanced Beginner or equal experience.
Competence in front crawl and elementary back-stroke is assumed. Students learn basics of breast-stroke and sidestroke and refine skills in front crawl and elementary backstroke.
Requirements: Bring a swimsuit, towel, goggles, and swim cap.
Prerequisite: Ability to swim two continuous lengths of the pool (50 yards) using the front crawl (freestyle) stroke with no time limit.
Engage in rigorous swim training in the four strokes. Build endurance and speed through interval training, enhance your technique through drills and coach feedback, and learn about competitive pacing. Great for anyone interested in training. Pool depth is 4 feet.
Requirements: Bring a swimsuit, towel, goggles, and swim cap.