Staten Island on the Web: Recreation

Harris's Bathing Slide, South Beach, Staten Island

General Links

Carousel for All Children
Schedule and information about the public carousel located at Eton Place off Richmond Terrace.

City Beaches and Pools of Staten Island
A directory of Staten Island's public beaches and swimming pools from the NYC Parks Department. (Does not include federal or state facilities.)

City Parks Foundation's Staten Island Programs
A schedule of upcoming free programs for children in local parks.

Cromwell Center
Located at Pier #6 in Tompkinsville, the Cromwell Center includes fitness rooms, sports and craft programs, after school programs and a computer resource center, all at lower prices than many other organizations.

Local Sports News
News about local high school and college sports teams as well as national sports.

Sports League Directory
A directory of many children's and adult leagues, including: soccer, hockey, bowling, basketball, volleyball, golf, softball, baseball, football, swimming and darts.

Staten Island Athletic Club
Founded in 1871 the club meets monthly and sponsors running races and other events.

Staten Island Bicycling Association
For over twenty five years this association has arranged group bicycle trips (but not races) for members of all skill levels, and promotes cycling on the Island. It is affiliated with the League of American Bicyclists, the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) and the New York Bicycling Coalition.

Staten Island Cricket Club
Information from the local cricket club that was founded in 1872, including a history of the club.

Staten Island Horsemen's Association
A group dedicated to preserving bridle trails and stables on Staten Island.

Staten Island Jewish Community Center
The Center offers fitness and sports programs on the North and South Shores of Staten Island.

Staten Island Running
News, schedules and results from local running events, school track teams, and a Staten Island Runner Community Forum.

Staten Island Waterfront Festival
Annual summer festival in St. George, near the ferry terminal, featuring music, food, art, and vendors.

Staten Island Yankees
The official website of Staten Island's minor league franchise. The Staten Island Yankees play in the Class A New York - Penn League.

Staten Island YMCA
The Staten Island YMCA web site provides addresses and phone numbers of the two Staten Island YMCA facilities. There is also a list of youth and adult programs offered.

Staten Island Zoo
Hands-on thematic exhibits guide visitors to explore the arts, sciences and humanities. Workshops, performances and special events presented year-round. The Museum is a place where children of all ages can use their natural curiosity, creativity and imagination to explore many exciting aspects of the world around us.