Member Benefits

The Y community is here for you to support you in reaching your health goals. The Y serves all ages and your whole family! 

As a Y member, you have a wealth of benefits available to you, including: 

Activities included in your membership

• Basketball court/gymnasium 
• State-of-the-art fitness center including cardio, strength training, and free weights 
• A variety of group fitness classes for all interests and levels including indoor cycling and yoga 
• Indoor running track* 
• Lap swim and water exercise* 
• Racquet sports, including pickleball* 
• Family programs, including family gym and swim  
• Learn about your neighborhood branch’s amenities 

Support to reach your health goals

• Free Fitness Center Essentials Program
• Free equipment orientation 
• Free Teen equipment orientation for ages 12 and up 
• Work with a personal trainer 
• Game-changing instructors 
• The Y community of staff and members! 

Discounted member rates and priority registration for programs

• Summer camp 
• Swim lessons 
• Youth sports 
• A variety of adult and children’s programming 

For your convenience and enjoyment

• Locker rooms with Steam and Sauna* 
• Family locker rooms* 
• Child Watch: A fun, safe environment for children while you work out or take a class* 
• Free WiFi 

Guest passes 

• Invite a friend to join you! As a Y member, you can share 6 guest passes each year.   
• If your friend joins and stays for two months, you will get 50% off one month of membership.  
• Working out with a friend can also increase your chances of sticking with your routine. 
• Learn more at your branch membership desk. 

Member Referral Bonus   

• If you refer a new member who joins the Y and stays for 2 months, you get 50% off of 1 month of membership.  No limit! 
• Learn more at your branch membership desk. 

A welcoming community for all

• You belong here! The Y creates safe, welcoming spaces for all New Yorkers. 

Place your membership on hold  

• If you need to take a break from your fitness routine for any reason, place your membership on hold for up to 3 months in a calendar year. 

Connect to information and opportunities

• Download the YMCA of Greater New York mobile app  
• Follow the Y on social media - Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok 

The Y staff is here to support you each step of your journey. Reach out with any questions you have! 

*Check your local branch for availability. 

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