The 14th Street Y

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!

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

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

Great space with a warm and friendly staff, and (for the most part) chill, respectful patrons. Very good and accessible pool hours for adult lap swimming. I love that there are multiple lap lanes that work well for every type of swimmer. Great Lifeguards. All-around decent accommodations at a reasonable price. Highly recommend!

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.