Capital District YMCA - Schenectady Branch is a well-regarded gym located in Center City, conveniently next to CVS and across from Proctors Theatre. The facility boasts clean and organized weight lifting spaces, equipped with free weights, various cable machines, and plenty of benches and dumbbells. Although there is only one squat rack, overall, the equipment is well-kept, and the gym maintains a robust class workout schedule. The friendly and welcoming staff adds to the positive atmosphere of the facility. The YMCA offers a variety of programs for children, adults, and seniors, making it a great community resource. With new hours post-COVID, members can access the gym as early as 5:30 am to enjoy workouts, sauna, steam room, or basketball. Although some members preferred the previous opening time of 5 am, the gym remains a local gem that emphasizes kindness and inclusivity while serving both the community and its employees. There is truly something for everyone at this YMCA.
The weight lifting spaces were pretty big and very clean and organized. The staff were very nice and welcoming. The lifting spaces had free weights and lots of cable machines. Only thing they could improve is the amount of squat racks as there is only one, but there were many benches and lots of dumbbells. Overall, great... read full comment
January 2023
Pros:Clean. Friendly staff. Great well kept equipment. Robust class workout schedule. Plenty of parking. Cons:The opening time was 5 am and worked really well for me but it has been pushed to 5:30 am which makes it a bit harder to squeeze in a really good workout and get to work.
September 2022
Love it herevery clean, Staff is very nice and helpful
