Aquatics

14Y Pool is Open!

The 14Y’s Health + Fitness and Aquatics teams have worked hard to make sure our pool meets and exceeds all New York State COVID-19 safety guidelines, the New York City Department of Health inspection requirements and that we comply with all EPA-approved cleaning and sanitization processes. Staff members are trained in additional health and safety protocols to keep our community safe.

Learn more about our health and safety guidelines.

Current Pool Hours:  

• Monday – Friday  | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM 
• Saturday & Sunday  | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM 

Book A Swim Session Reservation for the 14Y Pool 

Members must make a swim session reservation before arriving to the 14Y. At this time, walk-ins will not be available or permitted into the building.

Book A Swim Session Here

Book a Family Swim Session at the 14Y Pool

Beginning Saturday, May 22, we will be opening the pool for Family Swim. The guidelines for Family Swim are:

• Time slots are available Saturdays and Sundays, 3:00 – 3:40 PM.
• Each Family Swim time slot will offer four reservations maximum: two at the shallow end of the pool and two at the deep end.
• A maximum of five people per family will be allowed for each reservation.
• Floatation devices will be available.
• All swim participants must wear a swim cap. 
• Children up to 3 years old or those not yet potty trained must wear swim diapers. 

Book A Family Swim Session Here

To learn how to Reserve and Cancel a swim session, please review these instructions used for our fitness center. Updated instructions specific for aquatics is coming soon!

If you have any trouble with the registration system, please email ServiceDesk@14streety.org or call 646-395-4310.

Private swim sessions are available to 14Y members on a limited basis. Learn more about private lessons and how to begin the process of scheduling one here.

Membership

Adult lap swim and swim instruction is available to in-person members, and Family Swim is available to 14Y Family Members only Interested in an in-person membership for yourself or your family? Learn more about our membership options here.

If you’re currently a 14Y Virtual Member, please contact us at  ServiceDesk@14streety.org or call us at 646-395-4310 to update your membership type to take advantage of our fitness center and pool.

Swim Session Reservation Limits:  

In order to keep everyone safe, the guidelines detailed below have been set to ensure that we can continue to operate at limited capacity, while keeping swim sessions available for our in-person members.

• Only active in-person 14Y members will be able to make reservations for swim sessions in the 14Y Pool.  
• Active in-person members can make their reservation up to 1 hour in advance if availability permits. 
• A maximum of one advanced reservations per week on an active in-person member’s account permitted.  
• Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance. 
• Reservations are limited to one (1) session per day. 
• Swim session reservations close 30 minutes before the selected time.  
• Swim session reservations are available in 30-minute time slots for each workout. Please check the reservation system for availability.
• Arrive no more than 10 minutes before your scheduled workout time.    

Lap Swim Guidelines Starting May 19:

As of May 19, in accordance with New York State Guidelines, we are increasing the capacity for adult lap swim to allow two swimmers per lane. With this change comes new guidelines for swimmers. Thank you for your cooperation.

• You are sharing the lane. Please cooperate with each other.
• Swimmers should be aware of other swimmer in the lane.
• Please modify your stroke when passing by each other in the lane.
• If possible, do not rest on the same end of pool. Stay 6 feet apart if doing so.
• Exit the pool immediately at the end of your reservation and put on your mask.
• No congregating on pool deck or in locker rooms.

 

14Y Locker Rooms and Locker Availability

Our locker rooms are now open to scheduled swimmers for changing only. Showers remain closed at this time. Daily use lockers are available for scheduled swimmers only. Locker rentals for swimmers are available, please see our service desk to inquire about pricing.

 

New 14Y Pool Health and Safety Standards  

New safety standards and protocols are in place to manage reduced capacity, facilitate social distancing, and reduce traffic. 

• Mandatory swim session reservations, available in 30-minute session blocks, separated by select time periods in which the pool is closed for cleaning after members exit the area.    
• Enhanced and frequent cleaning and disinfection throughout the building all day, every day.
• Hand sanitizing stations are available in the 14Y locker rooms and throughout the lobby.  
• Masks must be worn at all times, except when in the water.
• Please remain six feet apart from your fellow members at all times. 

Learn more about our health and safety guidelines.

Online Reservations and Health Screening

In accordance with government mandates, a health-screening questionnaire will be required in advance of all visits. You will be required to complete and show your health screening and have your temperature checked by a health and safety ambassador before entering the building. Health-screening questionnaire available here. You will be able to schedule your swim times on our website, or by calling our Membership Team at 646-395-4310.

Health Screening Questionnaire

 

Building Entry and Arrival Procedures 

To keep you, fellow members, and our staff safe, the following entry and arrival procedures must be followed: 

• All 14Y members will enter through the main lobby entrance at 344 East 14th Street. Arrive no more than 10 minutes before your scheduled workout time.    
  Masks are required for entry and at all times in the building, including on the pool deck, except while in the water.  
• Please bring your 14Y Fitness key fob, proof of your health screening completion, and proof of your reservation on your phone.
• Upon arrival, you will be subject to a contactless temperature scan, and a brief check-in with a health and safety ambassador who will direct you to the 14Y Pool.   

 

Planning Your Visit 

To make sure you have the best swim experience, please plan ahead by taking into account the following:

• Locker rooms are available for changing only. Showers not available at this time. 
  Daily use lockers are available for swimmers only. Rental lockers are available for swimmers only. Please inquire at the Service Desk. 
• You must wear your masks at all times while in the building, except while in the water.  
• Hooks are provided near your designated lane to hang your mask while swimming.
• Please reduce your time in the building by exiting promptly after your swim session. 

Please reach out to us at ServiceDesk@14streety.org with any questions.
We will continue to update you as we reopen additional services, or as NYC Department of Health guidance changes.