Gym & Recreation Center
Overview The Bethlehem Area YMCA (also known as William H. Lawrence Family YMCA) is a comprehensive family-oriented fitness and community center in Delmar, NY, featuring a sauna, steam room, and hot tub as key wellness amenities within its extensive aquatic and relaxation facilities. This non-profit YMCA emphasizes healthy living, personal growth, and community strengthening through diverse programming. The overall atmosphere is welcoming, inclusive, and energetic, blending modern fitness equipment, family-friendly spaces, and recreational areas like an NHL-sized ice rink. Visitors enjoy a supportive environment for all ages, with access to pools, tracks, courts, and relaxation zones like the sauna and steam room, promoting recovery and wellness post-workout. It's ideal for families, seniors, and athletes seeking a holistic experience. Features & Amenities Aquatic Facilities: Indoor heated pool with lap lanes and open swim, family pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room Fitness Areas: Strength/cardio equipment, indoor track, spin/cycle studio Sports & Recreation: Gymnasium with basketball and volleyball courts, pickleball, NHL-sized ice rink, playground Group Spaces: Group exercise studios, meeting rooms, kid's corner/child watch Additional Perks: Y-360 virtual workouts, nationwide Y access, lockers/showers (implied) Services Fitness Classes (included with membership): Les Mills (e.g., BODYPUMP), HIIT, yoga (all levels, chair, restorative), Zumba, Pilates, cycle, aqua fitness, SilverSneakers, strength training Aquatics Programs: Swim lessons, lap/open/family swim, water aerobics/wellness Personal Training: Certified trainers offering 30/60-min sessions, packages (e.g., 1 session $60-$80, 12 sessions $660-$900), partner training, Kickstart packages ($125-$175) Youth & Family: Child watch (6 weeks-5 years), after/before school programs, birthday parties, youth sports Ice Rink Programs: Hockey leagues (youth, adult, high school), figure skating, learn-to-skate Other: Adult enrichment, martial arts (NIA, T'ai Chi), pickleball clinics, financial assistance, SilverSneakers Pricing Membership (monthly rates, joiner fees apply: Youth $25, Young Adult $50, others $100): Youth (18 & under): $36 Young Adult (19-29): $43 Senior (65+): $60 Adult (30+): $65 One Adult Household: $86 Household: $106 Day Passes (non-members): Adult $20, Family (2 adults + kids) $45 Personal Training Examples (members): Single 30-min: $60, 60-min: $80 12 Sessions 30-min: $660, 60-min: $900 Free for SilverSneakers seniors; financial assistance available. Guests get 2 free visits/year. Location & Hours Address: 900 Delaware Avenue, Delmar, NY 12054 Phone: (518) 439-4394 Google Maps: Directions Operating Hours: Monday-Thursday: 5:30am – 9pm Friday: 5:30am – 7pm Saturday-Sunday: 7am – 7pm Holidays Closed: Easter, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, Christmas Day (check site for others). Notes Unique Aspects: Access to 10 Capital District YMCAs + 2,000 nationwide; NHL ice rink hosting pro leagues/tournaments; sauna/steam/hot tub combo for post-swim/pool recovery; non-profit with 30-day guarantee, holds up to 4 months, no contracts. Stands out for community focus: Financial aid ensures inclusivity; kid-friendly policies (children 12+ access most areas); volunteer/donate opportunities. Special Programs: Pedaling for Parkinson's, LIVESTRONG, sports performance training; Y360 free virtual classes. Emphasis on safety: Inclement weather policy, cell phone restrictions in sensitive areas.
