Swimming Pool (Bldg. 478)

The pool is available to BNL employees and their families. There are open swim, lap swim and other programs offered Monday thru Saturday. You may purchase an individual or family pool pass at the pool. Friday evening is Family Swim from 5:00pm-8:00pm for $5.00 per family. Swimming lessons are available for children and are scheduled during the summer. Adult swim lessons are generally scheduled for March - April.

For more information contact the Recreation Office at ext. 2873.

Birthday parties and scout troops can occasionally be accommodated if it is the employee or retirees child who is participating. Call 344-5090 for more information.

Gymnasium (Bldg. 461)

The gym is open Monday - Friday from 7-9:00am and 11:00am-9:00pm and Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm (closed Saturdays between Memorial Day thru Labor Day) for BERA sponsored activities.

The gym is available for activities such as volleyball, and basketball games. Some areas are reserved for use by organized BERA league teams. See Gym Activity Schedule.

For more information contact the Recreation office at 344-2873. For information regarding use of gym lockers contact the gym office at 344-3147.

Weight Room (Bldg. 461)

Located in the back of the gymnasium. The hours are Monday - Friday 7-9am and 11:00am-9:00pm and Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm.

The Weight Room is for members only. The annual fee is $25. We have a fitness trainer available twice a month, to discuss gym equipment and safety orientation. Details regarding weight room.

Recreation Hall (Bldg. 317)

Located in the apartment area and is home to several BERA Clubs, ESOL classroom, Hospitality, Playgroup as well as Spring Break and Summer Recreation programs, and a variety of fitness classes.

Reservations for employee group parties can be made by calling the Recreation Office at 631-344-2873 or completing this form: Recreation Hall Reservation Form.

If needed: Permission to Serve Alcohol Form

NOTE: The Rec Hall is not open evenings except for scheduled events or reservations.

Recreation Park & Gazebo

The Park is located at the east end of Brookhaven Avenue. It features athletic fields (softball, football, soccer and cricket pitch), an archery range, volleyball courts and picnic areas. There is a covered gazebo and barbeque grills for use. Playground equipment is located at the fields for children.

If you wish to reserve the Gazebo or an area in the Park, or make a camping reservation, please contact the Recreation Office at 631-344-2873.

Tennis Courts

There are outdoor tennis courts on Bell Avenue available for your use. Reservations are needed for prime time: 11:30am to 2:00pm and 4:30 to 7:00pm.

Reservations may be made by Lab employees only, including those with visiting and guest appointments and BNL retirees. For more information call 344-5139 or 344-2147.