Welcome to the West Side YMCA

5 West 63rd Street
New York, NY 10023
(212) 875-4100


You'll Fit Right In at the West Side YMCA
At the YMCA, we’re more than just a place to work out. We’re a place where you can be yourself. Whether you’re just starting on the road to health and wellness or a veteran, you’ll feel comfortable at the YMCA. Some news:

  • Our 12-week Y Personal Fitness program may be the solution to help you overcome your obstacles, and it's free with membership! Learn more!

  • Families for Families:

    Every year, with the help of members and community partners, the West Side YMCA helps parents and guardians make the holidays a little brighter for those in need.  Through the Families for Families program we provide new gifts to families in need.  If you are interested in shopping for a child this holiday season, please contact Abbey Robarge at 212-875-4218 or arobarge@ymcanyc.org
  • And our Member-Get-A-Member program continues. Check out how easy it is to get premium Y Gear if you refer a friend and they join.
  • Our Fall Program Guide is full of programs, events and activities. Click here to download a copy, or visit the YMCA today!
  • Come by and see our completely renovated Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater, the West Side's newest home to innovative and creative programs, where we hope to launch new works, inspire youth to learn about and to appreciate the arts and bring creative arts to our afterschool programs.
  • As always, financial assistance is available to ensure no one is turned away for inability to pay, thanks in large part to contributions to our Strong Kids Campaign. Download an application here.

There's so much happening here, come in and see us, and learn more about what we have to offer you and your family in 2009!

Yours in health,
Deborah B. Bowles
Executive Director

Try us free for one week. Click here to download and print a 1 week guest pass.

Click here to download West Side YMCA Program Guide. Fall 2009!
Click here to download West Side YMCA Group  Fitness Schedule.
Click here to download West Side YMCA Older Adult Fitness Schedule.
Click here to download Grosvenor Neighborhood House YMCA Program Guide


OPERATING HOURS

Customer Service Center
Monday through Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Adult Fitness Facility Hours
Monday through Friday 5:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
** Open New Year's Day 8am-8pm **

Teen Fitness Facility Hours (except school holidays)Monday through Friday 2:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Saturday & Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Families for Families:  Every year, with the help of members and community partners, the West Side YMCA helps parents and guardians make the holidays a little brighter for those in need.  Through the Families for Families program we provide new gifts to families in need.  If you are interested in shopping for a child this holiday season, please contact Abbey Robarge at (212) 875-4218 or arobarge@ymcanyc.org

November 1-30: Monthly Member Raffle – Fill out a FREE raffle ticket by the 3rd FL Member Service Desk and you will be eligible to win a $25 AMEX gift card.  The winning ticket will be announced on December 1st.  For more information, please contact Toni Birch at (212) 875-4148 or tbirch@ymcanyc.org

November 3: FREE Resume Renovation Workshop by John Crant; 10:00am in the Fireside Lounge.  Registration required.  Please e-mail jberrios@ymcanyc.org

November 6: Family Fun Fridays.  Theme: Thanksgiving Harvest; 6:30-8:30pm in room 504 & Indoor Play Space; FREE for members and non-members; Please RSVP with Abbey Robarge at (212) 875-4218 or arobarge@ymcanyc.org

November 16: Master M.E.L.T. class with M.E.L.T. creator and founder, Sue Hitzmann; 6:30-7:45pm in the Group Exercise Studio, 4th FL.  All levels are welcome.  All levels welcome. Members: $25 (class only); $45 (class and M.E.L.T. kit). Kit includes M.E.L.T. Treatment Balls, Bunion Band, DVD, and instruction manual in a custom case).  Non-members: $30 (class only); $50 (class and M.E.L.T. kit).  First 10 people to register will receive a free M.E.L.T. water bottle!  For more info and to register, please contact Jonathan Wood at (212) 875-4149 or jwood@ymcanyc.org   

November 16-20: City Harvest: please drop off your non-perishable food items the week of November 16th behind the Welcome Center, 1st FL.  The canned goods will be provided to City Harvest.  For more information, please contact Abbey Robarge at (212) 875-4218 or arobarge@ymcanyc.org.  Thank you!

November 17: FREE Organizing & Managing Your Job Search Workshop by John Crant; 10:00am in the George Washington Lounge.  Registration required.  Please e-mail jberrios@ymcanyc.org

November 17: FREE Blood Pressure & Body Fat Screening: 6:30-7:30pm, 4th FL Member Lounge (near the cardio center).  For more info, please contact Linda DiLazzaro at (212) 875-4142 or ldilazzaro@ymcanyc.org

November 21: West Side YMCA Piranhas Swim Meet; 4-8pm in the large pool.  For more info, please contact Alison Strianse at (212) 875-4195 or astrianse@ymcanyc.org.  Go Piranhas!

November 23: FREE Jump Rope Demo & Clinic by Macy’s Day Parade National Jump Rope participants; 4:30-6:00pm in the gymnasium.  For more info, please contact Linda DiLazzaro at (212) 875-4142 or ldilazzaro@ymcanyc.org

November 23: Broadway Dreams Cabaret; A night of Broadway performers, testimonies to the importance of mentorship and cultivating the young performer, as well as a couple of performances by both past Broadway Dreams students and young aspiring students.  The Broadway Dreams Foundation is dedicated to outreach by the Broadway community to students across the country and the giving of opportunity through classes, performances, and networking.  For ticketing information, please contact Casey Slone at (212) 875-4223 or CSlone@ymcanyc.org

November 23-24: National Family Week: Mark your calendars!  We will be celebrating families over this 2-day span by offering FREE workshops, book readings, and arts & crafts.  Details to follow; for more info, please contact Abbey Robarge at (212) 875-4218 or arobarge@ymcanyc.org

November 24: FREE SocialSklz:) Workshop; 4:00pm in the Parkside Lounge; Equip your child with the social skills to thrive in life!  Modern day manners and etiquette workshop for children (ages 4-7) with communications expert Faye Rogaski, founder socialsklz:) manners for the modern world.  The fun, interactive program features introductions and greetings, communication skills, and basic dining etiquette.  JOIN THE MANNERS REVOLUTION!  For more info, please contact Abbey Robarge at (212) 875-4218 or arobarge@ymcanyc.org