Betsy Head Field House

Livonia Ave between Hopkinson & Amboy streets
Brooklyn, NY 11212
Cross Streets: Hopkinson Street & Amboy Street

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Located in Betsy Head Park

This is an Accessible Recreation Center.

Phone: (718) 257-1636

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This facility is currently only open for Shape Up classes. Shape Up classes are held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Program Information

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