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1105 Elm Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
F. 513.362.2040
Hot Line. 513.362.2036
Director: Ron Graham
Directions: Map

The Y is for everyone. Our programs, services and initiatives empower people to be healthier in spirit, mind and body, prepare people for employment, welcome and embrace newcomers and help foster a nationwide service ethic. And that's just the beginning!
Learn. Grow. Thrive.
The Y’s many different programs let you try new things, develop skills, meet new people, and show what you are capable of! All of our programs will help you achieve and maintain health in spirit, mind, and body.
ActivTrax – A free service for members who want customized training plans to reach their health and fitness goals.
Free orientations in the fitness center and free weight center
Personal Training
Group Exercise Classes:
Cardio Blast - In this high intensity class you’ll enjoy getting both your cardiovascular workout and weights training workout in one session. It’s a great way to knock out your weight training while keeping a high heart rate.
Group Cycling - Group cycling is a moderate to high intensity, non-impact cardiovascular workout for all fitness levels. Your training will require strength, determination and fortitude. You select the intensity of your ride according to your fitness level but don’t be scared to keep up with the instructor.
Cardio Kickboxing - A high-intensity total body workout, incorporating strength training, cardiovascular exercise, and very light-contact kicks and punches are optional.
Step and Sculpt - A cardiovascular class utilizing adjustable steps. The higher your step the more calories you burn!
Tai-Chi
A healing martial art that combines many martial art movements with QI (energy) circulation, breathing, and stretching.
Yoga - For all fitness levels. Stretch, tone, strengthen, breathe, relieve stress, and energize.
Zumba - Grab a friend and come party yourself into shape with Zumba! The Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, calorie-burning, dance fitness-party. Feel the music and let loose! One of the only cardio classes you'll ever leave with a smile on your face and more pep in your step!
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Health and Fitness Center
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Heated Indoor Swimming Pool
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Full Size Gymnasium
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Racquetball, Handball & Squash Courts
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Indoor Running Track
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FREE Weight Room
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Personal Trainers
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Group Fitness Classes
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Golf Room
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Men's Massage Service
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Separate Men's and Women's Whirlpool, Steam Room & Sauna
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Full Service Locker Facilities
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FREE Towel Service
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FREE Off Street Parking
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FREE Wi-Fi
Become A Member
The Y is a positive environment and a place that’s dedicated to serving everyone. We’re a gym, but we’re not just a gym. We’re a charity, but we’re not just a charity. We’re about families, but we’re also about singles, college students, new couples and empty-nesters. Above all, we’re about
community.
Value of a Y Membership
Membership to the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati gives you so much more than just a place to work out! As a Y member, you have full use of all 13 locations in the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area.
Today the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati offers the following member benefits:
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A wide-variety of healthy living programs for people of all ages, including exercise, nutrition and healthy lifestyle support
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Fully trained staff that is always ready to assist you
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Wellness consultations with trained fitness coaches that will help you set and achieve your goals
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ActivTrax, a virtual workout partner that creates custom workouts around your goals, strengths and fitness experience
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State of the art cardio and strength training equipment

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Clean and well maintained facilities
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Access to indoor and outdoor swimming pools and water parks where you can participate in a variety of water programs such as swim lessons, water group exercise classes or simply just some fun in the swim
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Drop-in child care to ensure that your child is in a safe environment while you work out
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The opportunity to train and become a Y mentor, tutor or activity coach
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The opportunity to build relationships with others members and volunteers
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Opportunity to participate in specialty training classes such as Kettlebell, TRX Suspension Training, BOSU and personal training
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AWAY - (Always Welcome at a Y) Home away from home access to Ys across the country and around the World
Your membership also gives you opportunities to save. Members receive:
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Special rates on programs such as day camps, youth sports, swim lessons, afterschool, adult sports and specialty training classes
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$50 in program gift certificates at the time of joining that can be used on Y programs
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A savings of $80 for a week of camp at YMCA Camp Ernst
The Y is for Everyone
We believe that communities are only successful if they give everyone the opportunity to be healthy, confident, connected and secure. The Y's Annual Support Campaign raises funds to provide program and membership assistance. We also offer flexible membership rates based on household income. Our goal is that no one is turned away due to inability to pay. Stop by your local Y Member Services desk or call to find out more information.
Membership Types
The YMCA of Greater Cincinnati is a nonprofit organization committed to helping all people grow in spirit, mind and body. To insure that our programs and services are available for all, we offer the following membership types:
- Family/Household – Two adults and any dependent children under age 24 living at the same address. Additional adults ages 19 and over living at the same address may be added to the membership for an additional fee per month per adult.
- Two Adult Household – Two adults, age 18-64, living in same household.
- One Parent Family – Includes single, or legally separated person, and any dependent children under age 24 living at the same address.
- Adult – Individual, age 18 through 64
- Senior Citizen Family/Household – Same as Family/Household except either adult is age 65 or over.
- Senior Citizen Adult – Individual, age 65 or older
Payment Options
- Monthly draft of the 1st or 16th
- Draft from your checking account or credit card
- Annual payment in full
- Change your payment method at any time by calling or stopping in at your local Y
Stop by or call your local Y to set up an appointment with one of our membership staff to help you get started today!
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With a focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, Y volunteers give men, women and children of all ages and from all walks of life the resources and support they need to be healthy, confident, connected and secure.
Volunteers of the Y:
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Join our branch board and committees
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Raise funds to ensure the Y is accessible to all members of the community

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Coach our sports teams and teach many of our classes
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Motivate and support youth in building the character strengths, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, smart life choices, and the pursuit of higher education and goals through the Y tutoring and mentoring programs
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Extend a hand to help adults who want to do more, be more or live healthier
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Advocate for the Y’s efforts to influence policies and initiatives that positively impact societal issues of importance to the nation, and your community
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Participate in opportunities to give back and support neighbors
We invite you to take an active role in strengthening your community by sharing your time, talents and energies with us as a Y volunteer.
To become a Y volunteer, click here.
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