For thousands of years, Jewish women have cherished the mitzvah of Mikvah as an opportunity to infuse their lives and their homes with spirituality and holiness. According to tradition, water symbolizes purity, life and the abundance of G-d’s blessings. Participation in the mitzvah of Mikvah is a bond between each Jewish woman and the generations who have preceded her, between husband and wife, and between each of us and G-d. The mitzvah of Mikvah affords us an opportunity for introspection and renewal.

If you would like to join the Mikvah Committee or have any suggestions please feel free to contact us.

-The Mikvah Committee

Upon entering the Mikvah reception area you will be greeted by a receptionist who will assign you a room. At this time you will be requested to pay the Mikvah fee. The attendant will escort you down the central corridor to your preparation room which you will find equipped with towels, a robe and many toiletry supplies.

Please feel free to request any other items that you might need by ringing the Need Assistance button. Of course, you are also welcome to bring your own favorite supplies.

When you have completed your preparations and are ready for tevilah (immersion) please ring the Ready for Tevilah button. The Mikvah attendant will escort you down the outer corridor to the Mikvah pool. Please use the disposable slippers, as the floor may be slippery.

If you would like the Mikvah attendant to help you, please feel free to ask for her assistance. If you would like the Mikvah attendant to look over your hands and feet, please show them to her. If you do not wish to be checked at all, please tell the Mikvah attendant that you do not wish to be checked.

It is important that one’s entire body, including one’s hair, be immersed in the water. The primary role of the Mikvah attendant is to ensure that this occurs.

Many women like to take a moment before or during immersion in the Mikvah to communicate a personal prayer to G-d.

The Mikvah attendant will escort you back to your preparation room. When you are dressed, please exit through the door leading into the central corridor. There are hair dryers in the Drying Room for your use.

The Mikvah opens in the evening, one half hour before sunset. The time of tevilah is one half hour after sunset.

For special arrangements, and for Friday and Yom Tov evenings, please call Gita at 646-812-7798 in advance to make an appointment. To use the Bridal Room, please call Gita at 646-812-7798 in advance to make an appointment. The fee for special Bridal appointments is $50.

The Kelim Mikvah is open for use during the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. only.

The Men’s Mikvah is open on Friday and Erev Yom Tov until one hour before candle-lighting, or by appointment. Men may not use the Kelim Mikvah in the evening and are asked not to wait outside the Mikvah during the women’s evening hours.

If you would like to join the Mikvah Commitee or have any suggestions, please feel free to email the Mikvah or call at the number below.