Fitness
Facilities
Fitness Center
The YMCA Fitness Center features a state-of-the-art fourteen piece Life Fitness circuit that will give you a total body workout in just 30 minutes. One set of 8 to 12 repetitions on each piece of equipment will tone every muscle group, leaving you feeling stronger and healthier.
The fitness center is also equipped with all your free free-weight needs: dumbbells that range from 3 to 150 pounds, adjustable benches, a Smith machine, leg and bench presses, preacher curl bench and a full multi-functional pulley station. Looking to strengthen and tone your body? Use our functional training tools, such as medicine balls, stability balls, rubber tubing and foam rollers. If you feel like throwing a few punches too, there is a heavy bag and speed bag for your use.
And don't forget cardio! We have treadmills, cross-trainers, stair-steppers, a rowing machine, recumbent and upright bikes and, most recently, a PRO All Body Exerciser and an arm ergometer. There is always a Fitness staff person on duty, who can address any of your concerns and who can recommend new exercises to add to your workout.
The Fitness Center is intended for use by adults and properly oriented youth above the age of twelve (see below). Children are not allowed in the Fitness Center.
Gymnasium
The Nyack YMCA has a 40 by 70 foot gymnasium equipped with markings and equipment for basketball, handball, volleyball and badminton. Use of the gym is free to members. Please see the Gym Schedule for program and open-use hours.
Family Gym
The gym is open year-round for parents and children to spend time together during open-use hours. Basketballs can be checked out at the Fitness Center. Please see the Gym Schedule for open-use hours.
How to Register for Fitness Programs
Register at the Member Service Desk of the Nyack Facility during normal business hours. Any required program fee can be paid in cash or by credit or debit card (American Express, Mastercard or Visa).
Fitness Orientation
Fitness Orientation for Adults (Age 16+)
All members sixteen years old and older are entitled to a free Fitness Center orientation with one of our certified personal trainers. The orientation includes instruction on using the machines safely and effectively and advice on developing a productive exercise plan. If you are new to the YMCA or lack experience with the equipment be sure to see one of our trainers to make an appointment.
Fitness Orientation for Young Teens (12 to 15 years old)
Twelve to fifteen year olds are permitted to use the Fitness Center after completing a three day orientation. Teens will be taught the guidelines and principles of exercise, weight training and how to utilize the equipment properly. Membership is required for the program. Please schedule an appointment with the Fitness Center staff. There is a fee of $60.
Blood Pressure Screening
The first Monday of every month between 9 and 11 am we will take your blood pressure free of charge at a posted location in the Nyack facility. To get a representative BP reading please come after a good night's rest, do not exercise before screening and do not drink coffee for at least five hours before testing.
Senior Circuit (Age 62+)
This is an opportunity for all seniors to learn how to develop strength, endurance and flexibility through weight training. Certified trainers will guide you through a safe and effective fitness program at no cost. Appointments are required. Due to the high demand for this service appointments are limited to two per person per month. If you would like additional supervised training you may purchase Personal Training sessions.