The 14th Street Y is a thriving, dynamic community center located in the heart of the East Village with programs for every age!. We focus on social awareness and change through big picture narrative. Inspired by works that welcome artists of all backgrounds, we place artists as the heart of our community and seek to create an inclusive cultural experience for all.
We believe that moving often, being inspired by new classes and programs, and building community are the basics of a healthy and happy life. We're now offering live streaming fitness classes and other digital programs!. We believe play is a child's work. Every class, activity, and experience we design for children offers a fun and meaningful learning opportunity.
We believe that moving often, being inspired by new classes and programs, and building community are the basics of a healthy and happy life. We're now offering live streaming fitness classes and other digital programs!. We believe play is a child's work. Every class, activity, and experience we design for children offers a fun and meaningful learning opportunity.
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Think of us as the town square of the downtown community. Everyone from every background is welcome at the 14th Street Y, as we celebrate our humanity and our individuality. This is your community. The 14th Street Y's philosophy is grounded in the belief that contemporary Jewish sensibilities can be a source of inspiration, connection, and learning.
A vibrant and welcoming environment for all who walk through its doors, the 14th Street Y serves as a second home to many in our community. As a nonprofit organization, the 14th Street Y relies on philanthropic support, including from special events, to advance our mission as a hub of creativity and cultural and community programming in downtown Manhattan.
The 14th Street Y is a vital neighborhood center, conveniently located near public transportation, with a distinctive downtown point of view, emphasizing excellence, innovation, and creativity. Ideal for a variety of events, birthday parties, rehearsals, and meetings, the 14Y's community spirit, practical rates, and exciting atmosphere is guaranteed to make your event memorable.
We are committed to the development of the whole person and bettering people's lives and strengthening individual and family connections by building an inclusive, vibrant, and sustainable communities. Our community includes members, staff, teachers, trainers, artists, caregivers, families, and local business owners.
Mask usage is required for students and staff for the entire program, including during time in the classrooms and during school pick up. The only exception is during snack times, when students will be distanced from one another. The 14th Street Y has increased cleaning, sanitizing, and ventilation throughout the building.
Reviews (27)
Garrett Nuttall
Jan 21, 2021
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Stache H.
Sep 14, 2020
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Danielle S.
Apr 17, 2020
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Absolutely abusive and evil people play basketball here. A close relative of mine was taken advantage of due to his mental disability and extorted for tens of thousands of dollars by several members here. He loves playing basketball and since it was convenient for him since his graduate school was nearby, he continued coming, and getting deeper into debt every time he showed up because of cruel opportunistic scumbags. When I called the front desk, I spoke to an idiot named Carmen who said she was powerless but would "keep an eye out for these individuals." I don't know anyone
Melanie Davis
Feb 07, 2020
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The 14th Street Y is a place where you can go and hang out. It has a fitness center, basketball court, swimming pool, male and female locker rooms, sauna and you can even take a few fitness classes. Another great thing about this place is you can bring your kids to learn how to swim. I think they also have day care. It's reasonably priced and you get what you pay for.
Freeyah-Knycky C.
Dec 27, 2019
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Came to 14th Street Y to see Mark Jason Williams' play Straight Face Lies. It was a funny, familiar play about family and the lies that are sometimes told in the name of love. It was an enjoyable evening.
What was remarkably with the company is I was running late (damn you MTA!) and my friends spoke with organizer who actually gave a ten minute grace! I made it within that window and I was able to enjoy the play. I thanked the lady after but I'm so sorry I didn't get her name to publicly thank her here.
Taking pics of course is frowned upon but when has that ever stopped me.
What was remarkably with the company is I was running late (damn you MTA!) and my friends spoke with organizer who actually gave a ten minute grace! I made it within that window and I was able to enjoy the play. I thanked the lady after but I'm so sorry I didn't get her name to publicly thank her here.
Taking pics of course is frowned upon but when has that ever stopped me.
Fan Chen
Sep 15, 2019
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The 14th Street Y is an incredible fitness and community center. The center features group fitness classes, gym equipment and a great pool. It has a modern locker room, nice sauna and clean showers. I am so glad I decided to take adult swim lessons here. My instructors have been so professional, making me feel safe and comfortable in the water. They are so patient and have helped me overcome my fear of swimming!
Jill W.
Aug 01, 2019
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Samuel Nazario Jr
Jul 15, 2019
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Salim Virji
Jan 02, 2019
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A wonderful, inclusive community center, once you pay.
The lounge area in the front has seats, tables, and an area for kids to run around. There is stroller parking and a snack-vending machine.
The gym receives regular updates to its equipment.
The pool has women-only as well as family swim times, and offers classes for kids from infancy through young adult hood.
The children’s programming includes part- and full-time programs in early education, as well as after-school dance, basketball, and swimming.
The early childhood program provides great resources for parents as well as children 0â€
The lounge area in the front has seats, tables, and an area for kids to run around. There is stroller parking and a snack-vending machine.
The gym receives regular updates to its equipment.
The pool has women-only as well as family swim times, and offers classes for kids from infancy through young adult hood.
The children’s programming includes part- and full-time programs in early education, as well as after-school dance, basketball, and swimming.
The early childhood program provides great resources for parents as well as children 0â€
Debora C.
Sep 10, 2018
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Lisa P.
Aug 30, 2018
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Great place its run with professionalism everyone was welcoming. The swimming pool was great and the summer the classes well attended by women who were in great shape, don't you dare look at their age and think anything less!! The teacher and the music were well-chosen loved it. It was a true workout!!! There was even a lifeguard, who was kind enough to give me another swimming cap, to borrow, when mine wouldn't stay on.
Benjamin P.
Jul 19, 2018
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We did a swim class there, "Baby Belugas", and I have to say it was the best thing I've ever done so far as a father. The teacher was really great - I think name was "Melanie". A half hour of just pure joy. The place was super clean, and the class size was small......actually, we were the only ones in the class!! Having a private class was great, but we hope more parents sign up for Baby Belugas!! It was truly so much fun, and I sort of feel like the more the merrier.
Jenny L.
Apr 29, 2018
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Raider A.
Jan 24, 2018
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Poor attitude from front desk.
I like to play basketball so the 14th st Y would be a great spot for some indoor games. I had used a guest pass once and it seemed like a nice facility.
I decided to later come back with my two younger brothers to have them try it.
However this time when I mentioned the free guest pass I was told in a condescending tone that, "guest passes are only for people interested in membership". I did not see that language anywhere online or in their policy. And I was not given this hassle the previous visit. Only difference I can imagine was the way I was dressed
I like to play basketball so the 14th st Y would be a great spot for some indoor games. I had used a guest pass once and it seemed like a nice facility.
I decided to later come back with my two younger brothers to have them try it.
However this time when I mentioned the free guest pass I was told in a condescending tone that, "guest passes are only for people interested in membership". I did not see that language anywhere online or in their policy. And I was not given this hassle the previous visit. Only difference I can imagine was the way I was dressed
Malik Mazhar Sheikh
Jan 17, 2018
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I have been going to the gym for over 2 years. I have never been to the pool but heard good things about it. Fitness center is good. Basic machines. Can be a bit tight during the rush hours. Overall a good place. The membership fees a quite nominal and love the fact that they charge monthly with no commitment or contract. Quite hassle free.
Christine H.
Jan 04, 2018
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This is such an amazing resource for families! They have daycare for $5 an hour while I work out! How amazing is that! Once your little one is 6mo old, they'll watch him but you can take a bunch of different "mommy and me" classes once you feel ready to work out. I started coming when my son was about 4 months old, and felt comfortable being out with him for a workout. My favorite class is with Kim on Thursdays, it's "New Body, New You" and it's fun b/c she's so great with the babies! If you little one cries, she knows how to distract them (she's
Green P.
Jan 04, 2018
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J. B.
Dec 01, 2017
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I'm a long standing member of the community. Was really pleased to see the Y drop for a period their membership enrollment fee. The monthly fees aren't the cheapest in the area but felt with the new improvements in the gym and locker rooms it was worth it. Great front of house staff, always busy, clean and efficient. Gym was satisfactory nothing fantastic fairly no frills (for the price) but adequate. What made the monthly fees worthwhile was a morning swim. That was until i realized that every single day i had gone for 3 solid weeks the pool guy made some odd confrontational and odd
Oluwaseun Eleyinafe
Jul 11, 2017
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Melissa W.
Mar 31, 2017
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I took the 10-session adult beginner swim class here for $296. The class is split into 3 groups based on level. I was surprised to discover I was the only one in the first group, having zero swim experience. The best part is that this means I pretty much experienced personal lessons. My instructor, Mayline, was amazing! She was very nice and patient, but also pushed me outside my comfort zone. I was nervous to swim the entire length of the pool (~20 yds) but she was confident I could do it, and I did! Swim class was a success
The facilities overall are decent, not sparkling but I&apos
The facilities overall are decent, not sparkling but I&apos
Gabriella D.
Sep 21, 2016
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Fahima A.
Sep 17, 2015
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I wish I could give 0 stars. Whenever I write a bad review I try to start with the positive.
My swimming instructor, Miles, was wonderful. That's it that is all the good.
I signed up for a group swimming class and they separated us based on our swimming skill level. I was placed in the intermediate section with Miles. The pool is super crowded and we are unable to practice at the same time because of it. There were six people in my group and with a class duration of 60 minutes we were only getting on average about 10 minutes of instruction per person. No biggie. Miles was wonderful and did
My swimming instructor, Miles, was wonderful. That's it that is all the good.
I signed up for a group swimming class and they separated us based on our swimming skill level. I was placed in the intermediate section with Miles. The pool is super crowded and we are unable to practice at the same time because of it. There were six people in my group and with a class duration of 60 minutes we were only getting on average about 10 minutes of instruction per person. No biggie. Miles was wonderful and did
Vivian H.
Sep 14, 2014
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Sometimes you just need a no frills gym to get your workout on. I bought a Living Social deal for this gym, 6 day passes for $25. What a great deal, for less than $5 per visit, you can use their gym and also take classes here.
I came here this past week and was able to use the gym without hassle. The front desk clerk checked me in without any drama and within 15 minutes, I was on a treadmill jogging my way to my 4 mile goal.
I like his gym because it isn't crowded. Now granted there isn't anything pretty about this place (ie fluorescent lighting and bland furniture), but it gets the
I came here this past week and was able to use the gym without hassle. The front desk clerk checked me in without any drama and within 15 minutes, I was on a treadmill jogging my way to my 4 mile goal.
I like his gym because it isn't crowded. Now granted there isn't anything pretty about this place (ie fluorescent lighting and bland furniture), but it gets the
John O.
Aug 09, 2014
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Great place to bring your family at a great price! Where else are you going to find such wholesome programming for the family?!
Upsides
- Swimming Pool and family swim times
- Many arts shows and kid friendly programming
- Great location and hours
Downsides
- Pool staff could be nicer. I came into the pool before my family and was greeted with "Can I help you?" by a young Asian woman rather abruptly. I got it, there is a sort of security with kids around, but really? Then, the lifeguard said "Don't you have a locker?" Clearly I don't if I have my underwear in my
Upsides
- Swimming Pool and family swim times
- Many arts shows and kid friendly programming
- Great location and hours
Downsides
- Pool staff could be nicer. I came into the pool before my family and was greeted with "Can I help you?" by a young Asian woman rather abruptly. I got it, there is a sort of security with kids around, but really? Then, the lifeguard said "Don't you have a locker?" Clearly I don't if I have my underwear in my
Sam P.
Jan 10, 2014
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The Gym by itself is not great. It is fairly small with a limited number of equipments. No great elliptical machines to speak of. Not many machines for weight training either. Some of the ones that they do have need lubrication and maintenance.
I don't have any price points to compare it to since I have just moved to the city. But if I compare it against my previous gym (LA Fitness in Evanston, IL), 14 street Y pretty much sucks. I used to pay $30 per month for my membership for a gym that is 10 times the size of 14 street y. Needless to say it was much well equipped too. At 14 street Y,
I don't have any price points to compare it to since I have just moved to the city. But if I compare it against my previous gym (LA Fitness in Evanston, IL), 14 street Y pretty much sucks. I used to pay $30 per month for my membership for a gym that is 10 times the size of 14 street y. Needless to say it was much well equipped too. At 14 street Y,
Brion R.
May 12, 2013
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"It's really good. Just trrryyyyyy it"
I have to completely disagree with most of my fellow Yelpers. I have no idea what's not to like about this place.
What to like:
*Clean, contemporary facilities
*Good selection of cardio, Cybex machines and free weights
*Decent locker rooms
*A Pool (which is hard to find in Manhattan at this price)
*$50/month! (When shared with someone else)
What could be better
*The hours could be a bit longer, but most of the time it works out for me.
*On the occasional Jewish holiday it closes (but to the crazy Yelper who wrote that's why he
I have to completely disagree with most of my fellow Yelpers. I have no idea what's not to like about this place.
What to like:
*Clean, contemporary facilities
*Good selection of cardio, Cybex machines and free weights
*Decent locker rooms
*A Pool (which is hard to find in Manhattan at this price)
*$50/month! (When shared with someone else)
What could be better
*The hours could be a bit longer, but most of the time it works out for me.
*On the occasional Jewish holiday it closes (but to the crazy Yelper who wrote that's why he
Lainy C.
Feb 11, 2010
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It's ok..the only appeal is the proximity and relatively cheap rates IF you qualify for certain discounts (student, family, etc) Otherwise its ridiculous because you pay almost the same as NYSC, Crunch etc for only a handful of classes and a really small exercise room. (four precor machines, really?) That used to be ok when the gym had less people but since they "remodeled" they've been adding new members like crazy. (They sorta remodeled, improving the lobby but leaving the locker room and bathroom old and crappy) Also, for religious reasons, they close the gym at 5 or 6pm
