The facade of the Downtown YMCA

In the Heart of Richmond

Located on W. Franklin Street, across from the Jefferson Hotel in the center of Richmond.

 

All YMCA locations will open at 9 a.m. February 20

The Downtown YMCA has been serving the Richmond community for over 165 years. In the city center, where east streets meet west streets, you’ll find us on Franklin St. across from the Jefferson Hotel.

Reopening Monday, February 17

Parking Information 

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Renovation FAQs 

What amenities are available? 

The completely remodeled first floor includes the new wellness center, strength and functional training room with new equipment, group exercise studio, new male and female locker rooms, and new universal changing rooms. 

 

What amenities are not available?  

The pool, basketball gymnasium, and squash courts will reopen by the end of May. As a member of the Y, you have access to all locations that include these amenities.  

 

What about the sauna and steam room? 

The sauna and steam room will be re-located to the pool deck, with access to these amenities when the pool area reopens by the end of May. As a member of the Y, you have access to all locations that include these amenities.  

 

What is a universal changing room? 

Universal changing rooms are singular changing rooms for any member who desires more privacy.  

 

Branch Amenities

Wellness and Exercise Centers
Exercise Studio
Universal Shower Rooms

Child Watch

Our Child Watch space is temporarily closed. 

Holiday Hours

Wednesday, January 1        - 8 a.m. -  2 p.m.

Volunteers Needed

From sport coaches to homework help, you can support your community by giving back some of your time!

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Here. For Good. Membership

As a YMCA member, you can help others by adding on a few dollars to your monthly membership rate, which goes directly to help others in our community.

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Our Story

Founded in 1854, for over 160 years the Richmond Y has served the community through the Civil War, railroad expansion, the Great Depression and more. 

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