The 14th Street Y

It’s a great value for the price, and I love that my membership supports a center that does so much for the local community.

This place is fantastic! The gym facilities are top-notch, the basketball court is great, and the theater is not only well-maintained but also has a unique, creative vibe. The facilities team is clearly on the ball—they keep everything running smoothly and it shows. There’s always something exciting going on here, from community events to awesome open mic nights. You can also tell the leadership really cares—there have been some impressive upgrades throughout the building over the past couple of years. A truly well-run, welcoming space!

The fitness area at the 14th Street Y is generally clean and well kept, which I appreciate. One concern, though, is that many members do not wipe down the machines after using them. Since there aren’t attendants assigned to handle this, I think it would be very helpful if the gym placed clear and visible signs reminding members to clean the equipment once they’re finished. This would go a long way in maintaining hygiene and making the space more pleasant for everyone

Just so there is no confusion, this is NOT a YMCA, they’ve just coopted the Y nickname. Lifeguards seem to enforce rules only when they feel like it and when they can seize on some ah-ha energy by embarrassing parents there with their children for swim lessons. Swim instructors themselves seem great at helping small children comfortable in the water. Overall not totally pleased with our experience and probably wouldn’t recommend to other parents.

Great community pillar for all kinds of activities. Home to an incredible theater space that can be rented. Super staff, good amenities. Highly recommend!

Responsive staff, comprehensive equipment, small pool but does the job (for those who enjoy lap swimming, it gets quite crowded). Note that this place is not in the same network as the YMCA (thus the Y in the name is a bit confusing), but quite family friendly

While the 14th Street Y is a place to exercise, it was also used recently for a venue on an open house for the Canarsie tunnel closure. I felt it was a great place to do this, given the fact that there's so much to learn about how the tunnel closure would change people's commute through the city.