14 swimming pool wellness spots in Upper West Side
Best Swimming pool Wellness Spots in Upper West Side (2026)
Top-rated swimming pool wellness spots in Upper West Side, Manhattan. Ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe.
Take the Mood MatchUpper West Side is home to 14 rated swimming pool wellness spots. Penguin City Swim at John Jay College leads the list with a 5.0-star rating across 2 reviews. Prices range from $$ to $$$$.
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Penguin City Swim at John Jay College
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Train Daly
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British Swim School at John Jay College
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Splash Fit Swim Club
Splash Fit Swim Club provides personalized swim instruction in small classes, helping every swimmer build skills at their own pace. From toddlers to adults, our programs emphasize safety, confidence, and a lifelong love for the water.
“Registration for 2025 available now. Locations: JJAY College | NYC, Milbank | NYC, Mott Haven | BX, Manhattan Park | NYC”
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Goldfish Swim School - UWS Broadway - COMING SOON!
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SwimJim Swimming Lessons - Upper West Side
Our swim school is in a bright and welcoming space, surrounded by windows, located in a busy shopping district. We have the biggest pool on the Upper West Side, with warm water kept at 86-88 degrees, perfect for all ages to learn and enjoy swimming.
“Located at 808 Columbus Avenue, nestled between 98th and 99th Streets. Start by strolling through the breezeway situated between the 808 Columbus residential building and Whole Foods. As you reach the end of the breezeway, make a left turn and proceed towards Door D, marked by double doors. Here, an elevator awaits to take you to the 3rd floor. Please bring your own towel. Changing tents are available on the pool deck for family changing. Strollers are not allowed on the deck. We always have a lifeguard on duty, and our staff is CPR certified and background checked.”
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SwimJim Swimming Lessons - Upper West Side
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Swim Urban
Swim Urban is a wellness in Upper West Side described by visitors as known for excellent service, moderately priced. Based on 10 reviews.
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SwimJim Swimming Lessons - New York City
Our facility at 666 W End Ave offers a quiet and intimate setting, ensuring your child receives focused attention. Our warm pool, maintained at 86-88 degrees, is reserved exclusively for our classes, creating a safe and welcoming environment for young swimmers.
“Must bring your own towel. No Eating or Drinking on the pool deck or in the changing rooms/restrooms. No one over 6 years of age may enter opposite-sex locker rooms, including parents and caregivers. Changing tents on the pool deck provide additional accommodations for family changing. Strollers are not permitted on deck. We limit our sessions to two lessons every half-hour. A lifeguard is always on duty, and our staff is CPR certified and thoroughly background checked.”
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Imagine Swimming UWS Flagship
Since 2002, Imagine has welcomed thousands of families to our pools. Our mission? To foster a lifetime of safe fun in the water.
“Winter Holiday Intensives are now available. There will be no Family Swim on Sunday, February 22nd at any pool. The MOCC in Crown Heights will close at 4:00PM on February 22nd. All pools will be closed on the morning of Monday, February 23rd into the early afternoon. Programming at all facilities will resume at 2:30pm on February 23rd.”
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Trinity Swim Club
The pool is indoors and heated. The size of the lap pool is twenty five yards long and is three to four feet deep with 6 lanes.
“Lockers and shower facilities are available for your use, but due to limited space we ask that you do not leave anything in the lockers overnight. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Memberships will be seasonal only, September 6th through June 27th. At this time there will not be any morning or summer membership.”
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Empire Hotel Rooftop Pool
More than just a hotel amenity, The Empires Rooftop Pool Deck offers the only 4-star hotel rooftop pool on the Upper West Side, and a standout summer experience in New York City. Settle into a cushioned daybed, take a refreshing dip, and enjoy seasonal cocktails and light fare from The Empire Rooftop Bar & Lounge.
“Pool access is exclusively for registered hotel guests. No reservations needed for pool access; loungers and daybeds are first-come, first-served. Pool access is weather-dependent and may close during inclement conditions. Poolside food & drink service is available daily, delivered directly to your lounger.”
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Frederick Douglass Mini Pool
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Take Me To The Water Swim School
Since 1984 we have offered expert Instruction in a nurturing environment. Students quickly become comfortable due to small class sizes, warm pools, and a engaging imaginative curriculum.
“Semi-Private Lessons have an option for a 30 or 45-minute class. Group lessons have 3 or 4 participants in a class. Baby and Me is for infants and toddlers ages 6 months to 2.5 years. 86ºF Water. 20 Locations in NY & NJ.”
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What are the best swimming pool wellness spots in Upper West Side?
Moodap ranks 14 swimming pool wellness spots in Upper West Side, Manhattan based on ratings, reviews, and insider tips. Top picks include Penguin City Swim at John Jay College (5.0★). Take the Mood Match quiz to find the perfect one for your vibe.
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What's the highest rated swimming pool in Upper West Side?
Penguin City Swim at John Jay College is one of the highest rated swimming pool wellness spots in Upper West Side, with a 5.0-star rating. See the full rankings above.
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