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NYU Jerome S. Coles Sports & Recreation Center

(Now Closed)
College Gym, College Stadium, and Gym
Greenwich Village, New York
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  • ℳ𝒶𝓎♍
    ℳ𝒶𝓎♍February 15, 2016
    Coles has wi-fi, decent offerings as far as equipment goes & basic amenities. Yes, it has bunch of issues but if you're looking for an Equinox experience go for it. One cant complain about a free gym!
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  • Compass
    CompassJuly 23, 2013
    As the main athletic facility of NYU, Coles houses giant swimming pools, courts, fitness rooms, and a rock climbing wall. Neighbors in the area can gain access as a “Community Member.”
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  • NYB
    NYBMay 1, 2013
    Relay For Life at NYU 2013 ...Saturday, May 4, 2013 5:00 PM - 5:00 AM ...Donate or Take part... http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=48237
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  • 陳雄暉 弟.
    陳雄暉 弟兄January 2, 2016
    This was my home during the mid-90's (the other being Bobst Library). I love it here.
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  • Matt E.heart icon on user image
    Matt EdwardsJanuary 5, 2016
    Almost always basketball running, plenty of cardio machines and stretch areas. Lifting area feels cramped. Unusual amount of nudes in the male locker rule.
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  • Matt R.
    Matt RichardsonMarch 19, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Swimming here is great. Be aware of the speed designations for each lane. Stop at the ends to let faster swimmers pass and switch lanes if necessary.
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  • Gabriel L.
    Gabriel LouzaoAugust 21, 2014
    Older than palladium and tv on machines dont have any live channels, but overall pretty good. There is a second cardio room downstairs by the courts
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  • Ross W.
    Ross WistarNovember 18, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Guest passes are $10, you need a valid photo ID, cash only, and must be exact change. Yes, we know it's archaic.
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  • Cellucor
    CellucorJanuary 21, 2013
    Aquatic-based exercise is really joint-friendly yet quite challenging; add some swimming to your routine today!
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  • Samanda
    SamandaMarch 19, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    The third shower stall in the Women FH locker room has the BEST water pressure !
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  • Cellucor
    CellucorJanuary 28, 2013
    Great fitness facilities... there're no excuses why you can't stay fit while busy studying at NYU!
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  • Damian B.heart icon on user image
    Damian BayonaApril 2, 2015
    Been here 50+ times
    Larger than Palladium though older. Better for weightlifters, not as good for cardio. Saunas in the locker rooms
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  • Caroline D.heart icon on user image
    Caroline DengSeptember 4, 2015
    During NYU's Club Fest it's insanely hot. No AC. Maybe that's why it's being demolished in October 2015.
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  • Peiyu L.
    Peiyu LiuOctober 28, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    The pool here is only 4 feet deep. Although sometimes you can use the smaller diving pool when nobody is training there. Go to Coles, they have 13 feet deep pool!
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  • Daniela A.heart icon on user image
    Daniela A.June 25, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Hey ladies! Watch out for the naked grandmas in the sauna. You will be scared for life!!
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  • HashtagNYU
    HashtagNYUNovember 30, 2012
    Essential NYU: Attend a "Tear It Up!" game for a free t-shirt. You will get great seats.
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  • Jonah E.
    Jonah EatonOctober 7, 2014
    The best gym on campus hands down.
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  • Daniel W.heart icon on user image
    Daniel WeldenFebruary 22, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Cardio room is on the second floor and weight machines are on the first floor.
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  • Olga U.
    Olga UshakovaJuly 20, 2013
    Use LifeScape Option while jogging. It's awesome !!! (:
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  • Tom W.heart icon on user image
    Tom WangJanuary 5, 2016
    4 squat racks, but no real good place to deadlift. Also pretty cramped
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  • "Jack" Barton L.heart icon on user image
    "Jack" Barton LewisMarch 13, 2013
    Literally just saw a mouse run by near the rock climbing walls. I'll be going to Palladium from now on...
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  • Justin G.
    Justin GregApril 29, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    The weight room area would be much better if there were more adjustable benches and if the dumbbells went up to 120lbs. Currently there is only one adjustable bench for the entire gym!
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  • Fabian G.heart icon on user image
    Fabian GorslerMarch 17, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Tip the monitors when signing in a guest or having a question answered. They deserve it.
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  • Thomas M.heart icon on user image
    Thomas MoSeptember 10, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    No a/c in the weight room. Gets real hot with just fans.
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  • José S.heart icon on user image
    José SalgadoJuly 9, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Just go to the beach, beach! Just go away! I say what I'm gonna say! Have a drink, clink!
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  • Matt R.
    Matt RichardsonMarch 19, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Sign up for the recreation classes, they're pretty good.
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  • Steph Y.
    Steph YeoJune 1, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    cute bballers in the evening.
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  • Justin G.heart icon on user image
    Justin GaudenziJanuary 5, 2016
    Shame they're knocking it down, only good place to get a pickup basketball run in
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  • NYU
    NYUSeptember 9, 2013
    Home to the Fall 2013 Club Fest!
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  • Greg O.
    Greg OryJuly 20, 2013
    Cool down in the summer. Swim in the pool!
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  • Ryan
    RyanApril 25, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Cardio room on 2nd floor wreaks sweaty grandpas
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  • Ryan A.heart icon on user image
    Ryan AmbsSeptember 13, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    And it's a great way to stay in shape
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  • Joyce S.
    Joyce SereiaJuly 29, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Security guards are useless and lazy- this goes for not all but most of them
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  • Arturo M.
    Arturo MullerOctober 8, 2014
    I'm playing squash
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  • Derek M.
    Derek MacKenzieJanuary 10, 2015
    Racquetball smash
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  • Ryan T.
    Ryan TurnerJanuary 21, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Don't come anytime around 5-7 if you don't want to fight for a machine or pool time.
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  • Kristi B.
    Kristi BerrySeptember 13, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    All the machines have input for tv but no cable... What gives?
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  • José S.heart icon on user image
    José SalgadoJuly 9, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Don't drink the water....ever.
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  • paul c.
    paul christopheFebruary 15, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    were there this many swimmers here last semester?? I don't remember having to share a lane so often...
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  • Quinton M.
    Quinton MaOctober 20, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Lift the weights, they're heavy.
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  • Camara L.heart icon on user image
    Camara LewisJuly 5, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    OMG was that a ROACH!!!!!!
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  • Kathy I.
    Kathy IshizukaJuly 10, 2010
    Been here 50+ times
    It's beastly hot in all save the cardio room. NYU saving on the AC.
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  • Andrew C.
    Andrew ChoiJanuary 21, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    Don't come at night. Just don't. Too many humans.
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  • LifeguardHub
    LifeguardHubAugust 9, 2011
    Make sure the lifeguard isn't sleeping!
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  • José S.heart icon on user image
    José SalgadoJuly 2, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Try not to drown too far from me. I don't want to do any extra work.
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  • José S.heart icon on user image
    José SalgadoJuly 2, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Walk, don't run.
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  • Wilson C.
    Wilson ChenMarch 12, 2010
    I would like to work out and relax
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  • Paul M.
    Paul MaySeptember 10, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Coles > Palladium
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  • Kristi B.
    Kristi BerrySeptember 11, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Palladium is way better
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  • Gabe L.
    Gabe LewisApril 13, 2010
    Go Bobcats!
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