Make a SPLASH in how you MOVE!
Campus Recreation offers several aquatics programs and participation opportunities for the NYU Community. Utilizing our two Natatorium facilities at the Palladium Athletic Facility and at the John A. Paulson Center, Violets can explore ways to move within our waters to help meet your interests and fitness goals.
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What to expect from our Aquatics Programs classes:
- 55 minute classes
- Prices for classes (and passes) vary in cost
- 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 classes are held in NYU athletic facilities - your valid NYU ID card and class confirmation is mandatory to participate
Class/Program Postponements and Cancelations:
- 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
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.
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General Questions: campusrec@nyu.edu.
Spring 2026 Important Dates
C Quarter Registration: Monday, January 26th - Thursday, January 29th
Classes Begin: Friday, January 30th
D Quarter Registration: Monday, March 23rd - Thursday, March 26th
Classes Begin: Friday, March 27th
SPRING 2026 CALENDAR
SPRING 2026 CHRONOLOGICAL
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
(Only adults eligible to take aquatics courses)
DEEP WATER POWER WORKS
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.
SWIMMING/BEGINNER
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.
SWIMMING/ADVANCED BEGINNER
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.
SWIMMING/INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED
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.
SWIM FOR FITNESS
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.
FREE SWIM OR FAMILY SWIM HOURS
Please visit the Paulson Pool Activity Schedule or the Palladium Pool Activity Schedule for available free swim times.
See all details for Family Swim
**For further questions or feedback on both facility pools, Family Swim Hours (and Family Play) please see Facility Hours or contact the Paulson Natatorium at 181admin@nyu.edu or the Palladium Natatoirum at paf-admin@nyu.edu
